New Jersey § 39:4-139
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-139, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:4-139.
The municipal court shall immediately upon expiration of time to answer or appear,
with respect to residents of New Jersey, follow the procedures set forth in R. 7:6-3(a) 1 of the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey. These procedures include the mailing of a notice of offense or a failure to appear
notice to defendant. That notice shall be on a form approved by the Administrative Director of the Courts
and shall inform the defendant of the parking offense charged; the time and date
of the parking offense; the amount of fines, penalties and costs due; of his right
to have a hearing; that a civil judgment may be entered against him for failure to
appear or pay the amount due; and that his driver's license may be suspended; that
his driving privileges may be revoked; and that a warrant may be issued for his arrest. The procedures set forth in R. 7:6-3(c) 1 of the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey shall be followed in
the case of a nonresident. 1
Deleted by amendment; see, N.J. Ct. R. 7:8-9.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:4-139
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-139 cover?
Section 39:4-139 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 § 39:4-139?
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