New Jersey § 3a:3-16

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3a:3-16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3a:3-16.

A devise or bequest may be made by a will to the trustee or trustees of a trust established

by a testator, or by a testator and some other person or persons, or by some other

person or persons, if the trust is identified in such testator's will, and its terms

are set forth in a written instrument, other than a will, executed before or concurrently

with the execution of such testator's will, or in the valid last will and testament

of a person who has predeceased such testator. A devise or bequest so made shall be valid and enforceable to the same extent as

if the trust had been created by the testator by such will, and as if the terms of

the trust, as contained in the will or other instrument creating or evidencing it,

had been set out in full in such will of the testator. The existence, size or character of the trust property shall not affect the validity

of the devise or bequest, nor shall any such devise or bequest be invalid because

the trust is a funded or unfunded life insurance trust, although the creator of the

trust has reserved any or all rights of ownership of the insurance contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3a:3-16

What does New Jersey Statutes § 3a:3-16 cover?

Section 3a:3-16 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 § 3a:3-16?

A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 3a:3-16" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.

How does New Jersey § 3a:3-16 apply to my situation?

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