New Jersey § 2a:81-21
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:81-21, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:81-21.
If a person comes into this state in obedience to a summons directing him to attend
and testify in this state he shall not, while in this state pursuant to such summons,
be subject to arrest or the service of process, civil or criminal, in connection with
matters which arose before his entrance into this state under the summons. If a person passes through this state while going to another state in obedience to
a summons to attend and testify in that state or while returning therefrom, he shall
not while so passing through this state be subject to arrest or the service or process,
civil or criminal, in connection with matters which arose before his entrance into
this state under the summons.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:81-21
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:81-21 cover?
Section 2a:81-21 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:81-21?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:81-21" (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:81-21 apply to my situation?
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