New Jersey Lemon Law Lawyer Blog
The laws in the State of New Jersey on repossession are based on two things: there is both common law and statutory law addressing the relationship between the parties. Statutory law for repossession of the automobile or collateral is based on the Uniform Commercial Code. The Uniform Commercial Code specifically states when a vehicle or a piece of collateral may be repossessed.
The primary event to which the code references is a ‘default.’ Obviously, a default would refer to the written agreement between the parties to determine when there is in fact a default. This means that if the payments are due on the first of the month and the payments are not made, this would be ordinarily deemed a default of the agreement between the parties.
The legal significance of the default is addressed by the Uniform Commercial Code and permits the finance company or the party not in default to take appropriate action. The actions permitted to be taken by the finance company are also contained in the agreement between the parties. Usually, the agreement will make reference to self-help repossession or replevin. These terms and conditions are also addressed by the Uniform Commercial Code.