New Jersey § 39:3-27
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-27, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:3-27.
a. Upon application of any person who is the holder of a Navy Cross as certified on
the applicant's DD-214 form or on a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active
Duty, the director shall issue, for the motor vehicle owned or leased by the person,
distinctive plates bearing a design approved by the director, in addition to the registration
number and other markings or identification prescribed by law. The plates shall bear the words “Navy Cross” and depict the Navy Cross emblem. b. There shall be a fee of $15 to the applicant for these special plates in addition
to the fees otherwise prescribed by law for the registration of motor vehicles. The director shall retain from the fees collected such sums as are necessary to
provide for all costs incurred by the division in producing and issuing Navy Cross
license plates. c. The surviving spouse of a deceased recipient of the Navy Cross who is eligible
to operate a motor vehicle in this State under the provisions of R.S.39:3-10 may retain the special license plates obtained by the deceased spouse pursuant to
this section for display on a motor vehicle registered to the surviving spouse under
the provisions of R.S.39:3-4 . d. The director may promulgate rules and regulations governing the issuance and use
of these special license plates.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:3-27
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-27 cover?
Section 39:3-27 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.
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