New Jersey § 2a:44-52
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:44-52, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:44-52.
Property retained by the proprietor under this article shall be sold at public auction,
after the expiration of 30 days from the date of such retention. Notice of the sale shall be first published once in each of the 2 weeks preceding
the day of the sale in a newspaper circulating in the municipality in which the stable
is situated, and 5 days' notice of the sale shall be given by posting a copy of the
notice in 5 public places in the municipality. The proceeds of sale after the deduction of the expenses thereof shall first be applied
to the payment of the indebtedness, and the balance, if any, shall be paid to the
owner of the property, or his representative. The balance, if not claimed by the owner within 60 days after sale, shall be paid
to the municipality, in which the stable is situated, for the support of the poor.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:44-52
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:44-52 cover?
Section 2a:44-52 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.
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