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.
a. In answer to a parking ticket or failure to appear notice, a person to whom a parking
ticket or failure to appear notice was issued may: (1) Admit the commission of the parking offense by payment of the fine and penalty
due; or (2) Deny liability and appear in court in accordance with the instructions on the
summons or otherwise as provided by court rule. b. A person to whom a parking ticket or failure to appear notice has been issued may
answer by personal appearance or by mail in accordance with instructions on the summons. c. A person who admits the commission of a parking offense shall, at the same time
he submits his answer, pay the civil fine and any additional penalties established
pursuant to local ordinance or regulation, which may be due for failure to answer
within the time required.
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?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-139" (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 § 39:4-139 apply to my situation?
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