New Jersey § 40a:12-13
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:12-13, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:12-13.
Notwithstanding any provisions of law to the contrary, when any governing body of
a county determines that all or any part of a tract of land, with or without improvements,
owned by the county is not then needed for county purposes, it may, by resolution
or ordinance, as appropriate, authorize a private sale and conveyance of the same,
or any part thereof, to a municipality in the county without compliance with any other
law governing disposal of lands by counties, for a consideration which may be nominal,
and containing a limitation that such lands or buildings shall be used only for public
purposes of such municipality, and that if said lands or buildings are not used in
accordance with said limitation, title thereto shall revert to the county without
any entry or reentry made thereon on behalf of such county.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:12-13
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:12-13 cover?
Section 40a:12-13 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 § 40a:12-13?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 40a:12-13" (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 § 40a:12-13 apply to my situation?
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