New Jersey § 2c:20-7
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2c:20-7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2c:20-7.
a. Receiving. A person is guilty of theft if he knowingly receives or brings into this State movable
property , other than a motor vehicle, of another knowing that it has been stolen, or believing that it is probably stolen.
It is an affirmative defense that the property was received with purpose to restore
it to the owner. “ Receiving ” means acquiring possession, control or title, or lending on the security of the
property. b. Permissive inference. The requisite knowledge or belief may be inferred in the case of a person who: (1) Is found in possession or control of two or more items of property stolen on two
or more separate occasions; or (2) Has received stolen property in another transaction within the year preceding
the transaction charged; or (3) Being a person in the business of buying or selling property of the sort received,
acquires the property without having ascertained by reasonable inquiry that the person
from whom he obtained it had a legal right to possess and dispose of it; or (4) Is found in possession of two or more defaced access devices; or (5) Is found in possession of property of a cargo carrier without proper documentation
or other evidence of right to possession.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2c:20-7
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2c:20-7 cover?
Section 2c:20-7 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 § 2c:20-7?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2c:20-7" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 2c:20-7 apply to my situation?
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