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