New Jersey § 39:4-136
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-136, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:4-136.
No person shall park or leave standing a vehicle, whether attended or unattended,
upon the roadway, outside of a business or residence district, when it is practicable
to park or leave it standing off the roadway. In no event shall a person park or leave standing a vehicle whether attended or
unattended, upon a roadway, unless a clear and unobstructed width of not less than
fifteen feet upon the roadway opposite the standing vehicle is left for free passage
of other vehicles thereon, nor unless a clear view of the vehicle may be obtained
from a distance of two hundred feet in each direction upon the roadway. In the event that a vehicle is disabled or otherwise unable to proceed while on the
roadway of a highway, the driver or person in charge of such vehicle shall immediately,
by the quickest means of communication, notify the nearest police authority. Any vehicle, upon a roadway, which is disabled to the extent that the operator cannot
move it, or any unoccupied vehicle parked or standing in violation of this chapter
shall be deemed a nuisance and a menace to the safe and proper regulation of traffic
and any peace officer may provide for the removal of such vehicle. The owner shall pay the reasonable costs of the removal and storage which may result
from such removal, before regaining possession of the vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:4-136
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-136 cover?
Section 39:4-136 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 § 39:4-136?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-136" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 39:4-136 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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