N.J. Stat. § 52:27D-195: Purpose

It is the purpose of this act to ensure that:

a. All areas of this State are protected by a uniform, minimum, fire safety code which will protect the lives and property of the State's citizens.

b. Uniform, thorough and adequately funded fire safety inspections protect the public whenever buildings which pose a serious life safety hazard are found.

c. Penalties for violators are both swift and commensurate with the gravity of the offense.

L.1983, c. 383, s. 4.