New Jersey § 30:8-2
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:8-2.
Each sheriff and keeper of a jail in any county of this state shall receive all prisoners
committed to his custody by authority of the United States and safely keep them until
discharged in due course of the laws of the United States. Any sheriff or keeper who neglects or refuses to perform the services and duties
required of him by this section, or who offends in the premises shall be subject to
like penalties, forfeitures and actions as if such prisoners had been committed under
authority of this state. Each such sheriff and keeper shall, on or before the first days of April and October,
make out the names of all prisoners who, since the last settlement, shall have been
committed to his custody, under the authority of the United States, and the time they
shall have been respectively confined, with an account of the amount thereof, at fifty
cents per month for the use and keeping of such jail, for every person so committed,
together with an account of their subsistence, at the rate established by law for
state prisoners, and transmit the same to the United States marshal for the proper
district, for payment.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:8-2
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-2 cover?
Section 30:8-2 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 § 30:8-2?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-2" (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?
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 § 30:8-2 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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