New Jersey § 39:3-47
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-47, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:3-47.
No person shall drive, move, park or be in custody of any vehicle or combination of
vehicles on any street or highway unless such vehicle or combination of vehicles is
equipped with lamps and illuminating devices as hereinafter in this article respectively
required for different classes of vehicles. a. No person shall drive, move, park or be in custody of any vehicle or combination
of vehicles on any street or highway during the times when lighted lamps are required
unless such vehicle or combination of vehicles displays lighted lamps and illuminating
devices as hereinafter in this article required. Failure to use lighted lamps when lighted lamps are required may result in a fine
not to exceed $50.00. In no case shall motor vehicle points or automobile insurance eligibility points
pursuant to section 26 of P.L.1990, c. 8 (C:17:33B-14) be assessed against any person
for a violation of this subsection. A person who is fined under this subsection for a violation of this subsection shall
not be subject to a surcharge under the New Jersey Merit Rating Plan as provided in
section 6 of P.L.1983, c. 65 (C:17:29A-35). b. No person shall use on any vehicle any approved electric lamp or similar device
unless the light source of such lamp or device complies with the conditions of approval
as to focus and rated candlepower. c. No person shall alter the equipment or performance of equipment of any vehicle
which has been approved at an official inspection station designated by the commission with intent to defeat the purpose of such inspection, and no person shall drive or
use any vehicle with equipment so altered.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:3-47
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-47 cover?
Section 39:3-47 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 § 39:3-47?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-47" (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 § 39:3-47 apply to my situation?
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