Legal Research Home > New Jersey Lawyer > Fish and Game Wild Birds and Animals > New Jersey Fish And Game, Wild Birds And Animals Laws Section 23:2-8. Summary arrest; aid by peace officers.

The council, the wardens, the deputy wardens and the protector shall have the power of summary arrest in cases of flagrant violation of this Title, or of the provisions of the State Fish and Game Code, and may, in the discharge of their duties, call in the aid of a constable, sheriff or other peace officer when deemed necessary. An officer neglecting or refusing to aid when so required shall forfeit twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to be recovered in a civil action.

Amended by L.1948, c. 448, p. 1804, s. 42; L.1953, c. 23, p. 450, s. 1, eff. March 19, 1953.

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