New Jersey § 2a:67-17
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:67-17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:67-17.
The judge to whom the application is made shall grant such writ without delay or issue
an order directing the defendant named in the complaint to show cause why the writ
should not be granted, unless it appears from the complaint or otherwise that the
applicant or person confined or restrained is not entitled thereto. The writ or order to show cause shall be directed to the person by whom such party
is confined or restrained in his liberty. It shall be returned within 3 days unless for good cause additional time, not exceeding
20 days, is allowed. If the judge shall have reason to believe that the person confined or restrained may
be removed from the state, or otherwise suffer irreparable injury, he may direct that
the writ be made returnable and the person, confined or restrained, produced before
the court forthwith. If the prisoner shall be in the custody of a public officer, the judge may require
that a bond be given in such amount as the judge may fix with sufficient surety and
conditioned that the prisoner will not escape either in going to or returning from
the place to which he is to be taken pursuant to the writ. Except in proceedings under subsection g. of section 2A:67-13 , the writ shall require the defendant to produce, in court, the party detained either
upon the return to the writ or at the hearing after notice of the time and place thereof,
unless the applicant, in writing, waives such production, or the only questions presented
are issues of law; and may require such production in any case.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:67-17
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:67-17 cover?
Section 2a:67-17 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:67-17?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:67-17" (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:67-17 apply to my situation?
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