New Jersey § 30:8-42
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-42, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30:8-42.
The county governing body may establish a wage system for payment to prisoners for
services in work carried on by such governing body or by any board, commission or
institution that receives funds from the county. Such wage system may include all prisoners employed in any work or service necessary
for the maintenance of the workhouse or penitentiary or their inmates. The wage allowed each prisoner shall not exceed fifty cents for each day of eight
hours' work by such prisoners. In the payment of wages to prisoners preference shall be given to those who have
persons legally dependent upon them for support. The county governing body is authorized to withdraw from moneys paid to prisoners
sufficient moneys, in an amount not to exceed one-third of the inmate's total income,
as may be required to pay any penalty assessment, restitution or fine ordered as part
of any sentence.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 30:8-42
What does New Jersey Statutes § 30:8-42 cover?
Section 30:8-42 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 § 30:8-42?
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