New Jersey § 44:4-78
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 44:4-78, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44:4-78.
If any director of welfare under direction of the county welfare board or any overseer
or county adjuster as the case may be shall neglect to receive or remove a poor person,
as provided in this chapter, after the determination of the matter by any court having
jurisdiction, the county or municipality as the case may be where the neglect occurs
shall be liable for the expense of the support and relief of the poor person. The expense shall be recoverable from time to time, with costs, by the county welfare
board or overseer incurring the cost of the relief and support, in an action at law
in any court of competent jurisdiction in the name of the county or municipality as
the case may be against the county or municipality liable therefor. The director of welfare or the overseer or county adjuster whose duty it was to receive
or remove the poor person, shall be served with notice of the action in the manner
in which any summons is required to be served.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 44:4-78
What does New Jersey Statutes § 44:4-78 cover?
Section 44:4-78 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 § 44:4-78?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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