New Jersey § 51:5-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 51:5-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51:5-5.
No person shall make for sale, sell, or offer to sell or dispose of or have in his
possession with intent to sell or dispose of, any article of merchandise made in whole
or in part of inferior metal, having deposited or plated thereon or brazed or otherwise
affixed thereto a plate, plating, covering or sheet of gold, or of any alloy of gold,
which article is known in the market as “rolled gold plate”, “gold plate”, “gold filled”,
“gold electroplate”, or by any similar designation, and upon which article or upon
any tag, card or label attached thereto, or upon any box, package, cover or wrapper
in which such article is incased or inclosed, shall be stamped, printed, branded or
engraved any word or mark usually employed to indicate the fineness of gold, unless
such word be accompanied by other words plainly indicating that such article, or some
part thereof, is made of rolled gold plate, or gold plate, or gold electroplate, or
is gold filled, as the case may be.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 51:5-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 51:5-5 cover?
Section 51:5-5 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 § 51:5-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 51:5-5" (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 § 51:5-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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