New Jersey legal term
Derived from in New Jersey Criminal Law
Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session
In New Jersey criminal law, “Derived from” 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 “Derived from” mean in New Jersey criminal law?
"Derived from" means obtained directly or indirectly from, maintained by or realized through. "Person" means any corporation, unincorporated association or any other entity or enterprise, as defined in subsection q. of N.J.S.2C:20-1, which is capable of holding a legal or beneficial interest in property. "Property" means anything of value, as defined in subsection g. of N.J.S.2C:20-1, and includes any benefit or interest without reduction for expenses incurred for acquisition, maintenance or any other purpose. L.1994,c.121,s.2. (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-24)
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