New Jersey State Statute 27:5-9 prohibits the placing of signs (political or otherwise) on public utility poles.  In addition, Section 27:5-23 states “It shall be the duty of all departments of State or local government and all county and municipal officers charged with the enforcement of State and municipal laws under the direction of the commissioner to assist in the enforcement of the previsions of this act and the orders issuer or rules or regulations adopted pursuant to this act…the Chief of Police of an municipality are authorized and charged under the direction of the commissioner to enforce the provision of this act and any rules or regulations adopted pursuant thereto”

 Section 27:5-16 prescribes penalties ranging from $50 to $500 for each offense.  Each day of the violation may be deemed to be a separate offense.