In an action for an escape against a sheriff or other officer no retaking on fresh pursuit shall be a defense unless the sheriff, or other officer shall show that the person for whose escape the action is brought escaped without his consent or knowledge.
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 2A:36-4
Defense of retaking on fresh pursuit in action of escape
L.1951 (1st SS), c.344.
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