New Jersey § 56:8-2
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 56:8-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56:8-2.
a. It shall be an unlawful practice for any person conducting or transacting business
under an assumed name and filing a certificate pursuant to R.S.56:1-2 to intentionally misrepresent that person's geographic origin or location or the
geographic origin or location of any merchandise. b. A person engaged in the business of advertising shall be immune from liability
under this section for receiving, accepting or publishing any advertisement, irrespective
of the medium or format, submitted or developed for any person conducting or transacting
business under an assumed name.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 56:8-2
What does New Jersey Statutes § 56:8-2 cover?
Section 56:8-2 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 § 56:8-2?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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