New Jersey § 59:2-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 59:2-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59:2-1.
a. Except as otherwise provided by this act, 1 a public entity is not liable for an injury, whether such injury arises out of an
act or omission of the public entity or a public employee or any other person. b. Any liability of a public entity established by this act is subject to any immunity
of the public entity and is subject to any defenses that would be available to the
public entity if it were a private person. 1
N.J.S.A. § 59:1-1 et seq.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 59:2-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 59:2-1 cover?
Section 59:2-1 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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