N.J. Stat. § 54:35-1
Current through L. 2023, c. 256.
Taxes under chapters 33 to 36 of this Title (s. 54:33-1 et seq.), shall be due and payable at the death of the testator, intestate, grantor, donor or vendor, unless otherwise provided by said chapters 33 to 36; but, with respect to any sum recovered as compensation for death of a person caused by a wrongful act, neglect or default, whether by award of damages or settlement of compromise, taxes thereon shall be due and payable on the date of said award or settlement.
N.J.S. § 54:35-1