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N.J. Ct. R. 4:61-3

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Rule 4:61-3 Defenses; Counterclaim

Rule 4:61 — Replevin

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If the defendant in an action for replevin claims title to the goods and chattels or relies upon the title of a third person or upon a special property, the answer shall set forth those facts. All claims by the defendant for a return of the goods and chattels, for their value or for damages, or for a statutory lien, shall be made by counterclaim.

Amendment history: Source-R.R. 4:78-3; amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994.

Rule 4:61-3 Defenses; Counterclaim

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