New Jersey § 46:25-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 46:25-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46:25-1.
If any county recording officer shall neglect or refuse to perform any service or
duty required of him by this title, or shall give an undue preference to a mortgage
or other instrument delivered to him for record or registry, he shall, for every such
neglect or refusal or undue preference given, forfeit and pay two hundred dollars,
to be recovered with costs, in an action at law, by the county treasurer of his county
and paid to the state treasurer for the use of the state, and he shall also be liable
for all damages which the party aggrieved thereby may have sustained by reason thereof.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 46:25-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 46:25-1 cover?
Section 46:25-1 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 § 46:25-1?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 46:25-1" (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 § 46:25-1 apply to my situation?
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