Defending NJ 2C:20-2.2. Additional fine for auto theft.
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NJ Statute: 2C:20-2.2. Additional fine for auto theft.
Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-3, if the fair market value of the automobile and its contents at the time it was stolen exceeds $7,500.00 and the automobile is not recovered, the court may sentence the defendant to pay a fine for that higher amount.
L.1991,c.83,s.2.
AKA: NJ Criminal Charge 2C:20-2.2, Violation 2C:20-2.2, Offense 2C:20-2.2
Disclaimer: A copy of this statute has been provided for your information. This wording was current from the NJ website lis.njleg.state.nj.us as of August 2012.