New Jersey § 44:4-104
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 44:4-104, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44:4-104.
When a husband or father shall desert his wife, child or children or a woman shall
desert her child or children and leave them, or any of them, as public charges, the
director of welfare of the county may apply to the Superior Court, Chancery Division,
Family Part, which court may order and adjudge suitable support and maintenance to
be paid and provided by the husband or wife, or either of them, to be made out of
his property, and for such time as the nature of the case and circumstances of the
parties render suitable and proper in the opinion of the court, and may compel the
defendant to give reasonable security for such maintenance and support, and from time
to time make such further orders and judgments touching such maintenance and support
as shall be just, and enforce such orders and judgments.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 44:4-104
What does New Jersey Statutes § 44:4-104 cover?
Section 44:4-104 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 § 44:4-104?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 44:4-104" (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 § 44:4-104 apply to my situation?
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