New Jersey § 39:3-61
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-61, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:3-61.
Every stop lamp shall be so constructed, placed and used as to indicate by a substantial
increase in illumination that the service brakes of the vehicle have been applied,
except as otherwise provided in this section. Stop lamps are not required to be lighted when the emergency feature of trailer
brakes is activated by means of either manual or automatic control on the towing vehicle. Stop lamps on a towing vehicle need not be lighted when service brakes are applied
to the towed vehicle or vehicles only. No stop lamp need be lighted as such when it is in use as a turn signal or when
it is turned off by the turn signal switch as provided in paragraph (b) of section
8 of this act. 1 1
N.J.S.A. § 39:3-61.2.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:3-61
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:3-61 cover?
Section 39:3-61 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 § 39:3-61?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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