New Jersey statute
N.J.S.A. 2C:24-5 — Willful nonsupport
Current through P.L.2025, c.346, and J.R.22
Part of Chapter 24, New Jersey Statutes.
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Full text of N.J.S.A. 2C:24-5
Statutory text current through the P.L.2025, c.346, and J.R.22. This publication reproduces the official text of the New Jersey Statutes from the statute files published by the New Jersey Legislature; it is not the official statutes of the State of New Jersey.
Willful nonsupport. A person commits a crime of the fourth degree if he willfully fails to provide support which he can provide and which he knows he is legally obliged to provide to a spouse, child or other dependent. In addition to the sentence authorized by the code, the court may proceed under section 2C:62-1.
L.1978, c. 95, s. 2C:24-5, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
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Questions this section answers
What degree of offense is willful nonsupport in New Jersey?
Willful nonsupport is a crime of the fourth degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:24-5.
Which New Jersey statute covers willful nonsupport?
Willful nonsupport is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:24-5 (Willful nonsupport).
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