New Jersey legal term
Insurance policy in New Jersey Criminal Law
Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session
In New Jersey criminal law, “Insurance policy” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the New Jersey criminal code.
What does “Insurance policy” mean in New Jersey criminal law?
"Insurance policy" means the instrument, in writing, electronically or in any other form, in which are set forth the terms of any certificate of insurance, binder of coverage, contract of insurance or contract of re-insurance, issued by an insurance company, including, but not limited to, a State-assigned risk plan, plan of indemnity protection provided by or on behalf of a joint insurance fund or benefit plan, motor club service plan, or guaranty bond, surety bond, cash bond or any other alternative to insurance authorized or permitted by the State of New Jersey. "Insurance transaction" mea (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.5)
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