New Jersey § 2a:20-4
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:20-4, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:20-4.
When the officer has discharged the defendant from arrest under mesne process, upon
giving bond as provided in this article, he shall so return on the process to the
court or judge issuing the same, and shall also return therewith the inventory and
bond taken by him pursuant to this article. The plaintiff may thereupon proceed to judgment, and have execution against the
personal and real property of the defendant, as in other cases. When the defendant shall be discharged upon execution, the officer shall so return
the same with the bond and inventory. The delivery of the bond to the plaintiff shall exonerate the officer from any liability
for escape.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:20-4
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:20-4 cover?
Section 2a:20-4 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 2a:20-4?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:20-4" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 2a:20-4 apply to my situation?
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