New Jersey § 39:6-79
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 39:6-79, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39:6-79.
When in an action in respect to the death of, or personal injury to, any person, arising
out of the ownership, maintenance or use of a motor vehicle in this State on or after
April 1, 1955, judgment is rendered for the defendant on the sole ground that such
death or personal injury was occasioned by a motor vehicle-- (a) The identity of which, and of the owner and operator of which, has not been established,
or (b) Which was in the possession of some person other than the owner or his agent without
the consent of the owner and the identity of the operator has not been established,
such cause shall be stated in the judgment and the plaintiff in such action may within 180 days from the date of the entry of such judgment bring an action upon said cause of action
against the association in the manner provided in section 18. 1 1
N.J.S.A. § 39:6-78.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 39:6-79
What does New Jersey Statutes § 39:6-79 cover?
Section 39:6-79 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.
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