New Jersey § 38:23c-3
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 38:23c-3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38:23c-3.
a. Whenever, pursuant to any of the provisions of this act, the enforcement of any
obligation or liability, the prosecution of any suit or proceeding, the entry or enforcement
of any order, writ, judgment or decree, or the performance of any act, may be stayed,
postponed or suspended, such stay, postponement or suspension may, in the discretion
of the court, likewise be granted to sureties, guarantors, endorsers and others subject
to the obligation or liability, the performance or enforcement of which is stayed,
postponed or suspended. b. When a judgment or decree is vacated or set aside, in whole or in part, as provided
in this act, the same may, in the discretion of the court, likewise be set aside and
vacated as to any surety, guarantor, endorsers, accommodation maker or other person
whether primarily or secondarily liable upon the contract or liability for the enforcement
of which the judgment or decree was entered. c. Nothing contained in this act shall prevent a waiver in writing of the benefits
afforded by paragraphs a. and b. of this section by any surety, guarantor, endorser,
accommodation maker, or other persons whether primarily or secondarily liable upon
the obligation or liability except that after the date of enactment of this act no
such waiver shall be valid unless it is executed as an instrument separate from the
obligation or liability in respect of which it applies, and no such waiver shall be
valid after the beginning of the period of military service if executed by an individual
who, subsequent to the execution of such waiver becomes a person in military service.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 38:23c-3
What does New Jersey Statutes § 38:23c-3 cover?
Section 38:23c-3 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 § 38:23c-3?
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