New Jersey § 58:14-7
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 58:14-7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58:14-7.
No sewage or other polluting matter shall be discharged, directly or indirectly, into
the waters of the Passaic river at any point between the Great falls in the city of
Paterson and the mouth of said river at Newark bay, or into the waters of any of the
tributaries of said river which empty into it between said points, and the commissioners
may enforce the provisions of this chapter over and throughout all municipalities
which may, or the inhabitants of which may, directly or indirectly, discharge sewage
or other polluting matter into said waters. The commissioners may institute in their corporate name such civil actions as may
be deemed necessary or appropriate to enforce the provisions of this section, and
the Superior Court is hereby vested with jurisdiction to enforce said provisions by
such actions brought by the commissioners. The court may proceed in such actions in a summary manner or otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 58:14-7
What does New Jersey Statutes § 58:14-7 cover?
Section 58:14-7 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 § 58:14-7?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 58:14-7 apply to my situation?
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