New Jersey § 5:9-13
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 5:9-13, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5:9-13.
If a lottery prize claimant is in arrears of a child support order, or is a former
recipient of Aid to Families with Dependent Children or Work First New Jersey , food stamp benefits or low-income home energy assistance benefits who has incurred
an overpayment which has not been repaid, the Department of Human Services shall promptly notify the Department of the Treasury and the Division of the State
Lottery of the claimant's name, address, social security number and amount due on
an arrears child support order or the amount due on an overpayment. The Department of the Treasury shall withhold this amount from the pending lottery
payment and transmit same to the Department of Human Services or the Probation Division , as the case may be, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the State Treasurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 5:9-13
What does New Jersey Statutes § 5:9-13 cover?
Section 5:9-13 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 § 5:9-13?
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