New Jersey § 48:12-29
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 48:12-29, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48:12-29.
Every railroad company shall commerce its proposed railroad within six months from
the date of its organization. Where the road is not more than fifty miles in length, the company shall open and
complete at least one track within two years of the commencement. Where the road exceeds fifty miles in length the company shall have an additional
six months to complete each twenty miles of road in excess of fifty. The company shall open fifty miles of road for public use as soon as fifty miles
of track are laid.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 48:12-29
What does New Jersey Statutes § 48:12-29 cover?
Section 48:12-29 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 § 48:12-29?
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