New Jersey § 39:4-140
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-140, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:4-140.
The Commissioner of Transportation, with reference to State highways, may by regulation
and the local authorities, with reference to any highway under their jurisdiction,
may by ordinance or resolution, subject to the approval of the commissioner, except
as otherwise provided in R.S. 39:4-8 , designate through highways and erect “stop” signs or “yield” signs at specified
entrances thereto, or may designate any intersection as a stop intersection or as
a yield intersection and may erect “stop” signs or “yield” signs at one or more entrances
to such intersections. The commissioner on his own motion may designate through streets, stop intersections
and yield intersections, and upon the designation shall give notice thereof to the
board or body charged with the maintenance of such streets or intersections. The board or body shall thereupon comply with section 39:4-141 of this Title. The commissioner may by appropriate order withdraw the designation of through streets,
stop intersections or yield intersections and thereafter cause the removal of “stop”
signs or “yield” signs indicating such streets or intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:4-140
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:4-140 cover?
Section 39:4-140 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 § 39:4-140?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 39:4-140 apply to my situation?
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