New Jersey § 33:1-81
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 33:1-81, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33:1-81.
A parent, guardian or other person having legal custody of a person under 18 years
of age found in violation of R.S.33:1-81 or section 1 of P.L.1979, c. 264 ( C.2C:33-15 ) with respect to purchasing, possessing, or consuming any alcoholic beverage or cannabis
item available for lawful consumption pursuant to the “New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory,
Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act,” P.L.2021, c. 16 ( C.24:6I-31 et al.) shall be notified of the violation in writing. The parent, guardian or other person having legal custody of a person under 18 years
of age shall be subject to a fine in the amount of $500.00 upon any subsequent violation
of R.S.33:1-81 or section 1 of P.L.1979, c. 264 ( C.2C:33-15 ) on the part of such person if it is shown that the parent, guardian or other person
having legal custody failed or neglected to exercise reasonable supervision or control
over the conduct of the person under 18 years of age.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 33:1-81
What does New Jersey Statutes § 33:1-81 cover?
Section 33:1-81 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 § 33:1-81?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 33:1-81 apply to my situation?
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