New Jersey § 2a:55-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:55-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:55-5.
If the defendant shall, at any time pending an action on any bond of the kind mentioned
in section 2A:55-4 of this title, with a penalty, bring into the court where the action shall be pending,
all the principal money and interest due on such bond, and all such costs as expended
in an action upon such bond, the money so brought in shall be deemed and taken to
be in full payment and satisfaction of such bond; and the court shall give judgment
to discharge the defendant from the same accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:55-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:55-5 cover?
Section 2a:55-5 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:55-5?
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