New Jersey § 51:1-87
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 51:1-87, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51:1-87.
Any superintendent or assistant superintendent may decline to seal any weight or measure
which is so constructed as to facilitate the perpetration of fraud. He shall report such act to the State superintendent 1 who, if satisfied upon investigation that its use is prejudicial to the best interests
of the public, shall order that such weight or measure shall be treated as an unlawful
one. Such order may be reviewable by the Superior Court in a proceeding in lieu of prerogative
writ. 1
Functions, powers and duties transferred to Superintendent of Division of Weights
and Measures, see N.J.S.A. § 52:17B-25.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 51:1-87
What does New Jersey Statutes § 51:1-87 cover?
Section 51:1-87 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.
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