New Jersey § 2a:42-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:42-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:42-1.
No goods or chattels whatsoever, in or upon any real property leased for any term
of life or lives, year or years, at will or otherwise, shall be liable to be taken,
by virtue of any execution, attachment or other process, unless the party suing out
the same shall, before the removal of such goods or chattels from the premises by
virtue of such process, pay to the landlord of such premises all rent, not exceeding
1 year's rent, due for such premises at the time of the taking of such goods or chattels
by virtue of such process, or which shall have accrued up to the day of the removal
of the goods and chattels from the premises. If by the terms of the tenancy, the day of payment of the rent shall not have arrived,
a rebate of interest shall be made on the sum not payable. If the arrears of rent shall exceed 1 year's rent, the party at whose action such
process is sued out may, upon paying the landlord 1 year's rent, proceed to execute
his process. The sheriff or other officer shall levy and pay to the plaintiff, as well the money
so paid for rent as the money to be made by virtue of such process.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:42-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:42-1 cover?
Section 2a:42-1 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:42-1?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:42-1" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 2a:42-1 apply to my situation?
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