New Jersey § 39:5-36
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:5-36, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:5-36.
The Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles shall collect a $25 fee from a person
who issues or passes to the division a check, or similar sight order for the payment
of money, which is not honored by the drawee. This fee shall be in addition to all other fees owed by the person to the division. The amount sought to be satisfied by such dishonored check, or similar sight order
for the payment of money, shall not be deemed paid until such amount and the fee required
under this section are paid. This section shall be applicable to any check or similar sight order for the payment
of money, made to the division.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:5-36
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:5-36 cover?
Section 39:5-36 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 § 39:5-36?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 39:5-36" (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 § 39:5-36 apply to my situation?
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