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Galloway Township, NJ Trash & Recycling: Illegal Dumping (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Township C&D dumping fine
Up to $1,000 + cleanup
State littering
$100-$500 fine
Repeat littering
$250-$1,000; up to 60 days
Illegal dumping minimum
$2,500 (NJ)
State law
N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.3

Summary

Illegal dumping and littering are prohibited in Galloway Township and enforced under Chapter 267 and New Jersey state law. Littering is a petty disorderly persons offense; the minimum fine for illegal dumping in New Jersey is $2,500, with higher penalties for repeat and large-scale offenses.

The municipality or any other person collecting solid waste generated within this municipality may refuse to collect solid waste from any person who has clearly failed to separate recyclables designated under the appropriate sections of Chapter 273.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4814540; v36 updated 2026-03-10; through 03-10-2026).

Full Breakdown

Galloway Township's Code Enforcement Office addresses trash, debris and contaminated spills, and Chapter 267 prohibits accumulation of rubbish, garbage or litter on any premises. Improper disposal of construction and demolition debris is punishable by a fine up to $1,000 plus cleanup and disposal costs, or 20 to 40 hours of community service. Under New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.3), littering is a petty disorderly persons offense with fines from $100 up to $500, and repeat offenders within six months face fines of $250 to $1,000, up to 60 days imprisonment and 40 to 80 hours of community service. Large-scale illegal dumping carries a minimum $2,500 fine under state enforcement.

Violations & Fines

C&D debris dumping: up to $1,000 fine plus cleanup costs, or 20-40 hours community service. State littering: $100-$500; illegal dumping minimum $2,500 under NJDEP enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the penalty for illegal dumping near Galloway?
Improper disposal of construction/demolition debris carries up to a $1,000 township fine plus cleanup costs. Under New Jersey law the minimum fine for illegal dumping is $2,500, rising sharply for large-scale offenses.
Is littering a crime in New Jersey?
Littering is a petty disorderly persons offense under N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.3, punishable by a fine of $100 to $500, with steeper fines and community service for repeat offenders within six months.

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