New Jersey § 30:8-28
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-28, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:8-28.
a. The inmates of all county penal institutions established and maintained pursuant
to chapter 8 of Title 30 of the Revised Statutes who may be employed in such productive
occupations as are consistent with their health, strength and mental capacity shall
receive compensation in such employment as the governing body of the county may establish. Compensation for inmates may be in the form of cash or remission of time from sentence
or both. Remission from time of sentence shall be in accordance with rules and regulations
promulgated by the Department of Corrections, but shall not exceed 1 day for each
5 days of productive occupation. Remission granted under this act shall in no way affect deductions for good behavior
as provided by law. b. The Department of Corrections shall promulgate and enforce rules and regulations
for the operation of this act in accordance with the provisions hereof. c. All county inmates classified as minimum security prisoners who are determined
to be sufficiently trustworthy by the warden to be employed in honor camps, farm details,
or details of work at public buildings or property, shall receive additional remission
of time from sentence at the rate of 3 days per month for each month of such labors.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:8-28
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-28 cover?
Section 30:8-28 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 § 30:8-28?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-28" (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 § 30:8-28 apply to my situation?
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