New Jersey § 2a:57-2
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:57-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:57-2.
Any mortgagee or any judgment creditor having a lien upon the land upon which more
than one-half of a partition wall is erected may be made party to a proceeding brought
pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. If any such persons, having been made parties to the proceeding, shall fail to appear,
answer and prove their claims, they shall be bound by any judgment made in the proceeding. If, however, they shall appear, answer and prove their claims and demand payment
thereof from the gross sum awarded under authority of section 2A:57-1 of this title, the same shall be paid to them in the order of their priority, and
the amounts so paid shall be deducted from their respective claims.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:57-2
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:57-2 cover?
Section 2a:57-2 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:57-2?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:57-2" (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:57-2 apply to my situation?
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