All state courthouses are open to the public. Visitors no longer need an appointment or a scheduled matter in order to enter a courthouse. Judges and court staff are working on-site each day.
More court matters are being conducted in person, including some jury trials. Consistent with the Supreme Court’s Nov. 18, 2021, Order, Judges can schedule an in-person proceeding based on the facts and circumstances in any case.
For matters that are conducted virtually, see this video for tips on preparing for and participating in a virtual court proceeding. Contact the court with any questions as to how your matter will be conducted.
View our special publication on the Court’s response to COVID-19.
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For more information about COVID-19 coronavirus, visit https://covid19.nj.gov/ or NJ.gov/health or call the 24-hour public hotline at 1-800-222-1222
New legislation effective August 4, 2021 allows certain eligible residential tenants to have their landlord tenant case dismissed if they submit a certification provided by the Department of Community Affairs. Landlords can request reinstatement of a complaint that has been dismissed. More information, and the certification, is available at https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/renter. While tenants could be protected from eviction, they still must pay their rent.
Housing, Legal, and Utilities Assistance During COVID-19
What to Expect at the Courthouse
COVID-19 Guidance for Attorneys and Litigants
Notice – COVID-19 – Criminal and Civil Jury Trials – Public Information and Guidance Pursuant to the Supreme Court’s March 18, 2022 Order.
Notice and Order - Conclusion of Masking and Social Distancing Requirements in Judiciary Facilities; Adjustments to Jury and Grand Jury Proceedings (March 9, 2022)
Notice – COVID-19 – Adjustment as to Juror Masks (Jan. 28, 2022)
Notice and Order – Future of Court Operations – Continuation of Both In-Person and Virtual Court Events (Nov. 8, 2021)
Virtual Civil Jury Trials During COVID-19
All Covid-19 Notices
Judiciary Celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Landlord Tenant Services and Resources
While many court events are returning to an in-person format, the NJ Courts are continuing to use using new technology and creative solutions to ensure an open door to justice.
Notice and Order – Landlord Tenant – Amendments to Rule 1:38-3(f) to Remove from Public Access Records of Landlord Tenant Cases (a) In Which No Judgment for Possession Ever Has Been Entered, and (b) In Which a Judgment for Possession Was Entered Seven Years Ago or Longer
Notice and Order – Relaxation of Court Rules to Align with Recent Legislation and Permit Limited Appearances
Notice and Order – Landlord Tenant – Attorneys Required to File in eCourts
Housing, Legal, and Utilities Assistance During COVID-19
Landlord Tenant In New Jersey – A Reformed Process Webinar - An introduction to residential landlord tenant reforms and preview of changes in the e-filing system.
N.J. Supreme Court Order Institutes Reforms to Help Resolve Landlord Tenant Cases
Judicial Conference on Jury Selection
Marijuana Record Expungement
The Marijuana Decriminalization Law, which took effect July 1, 2021, required the expungement of certain marijuana and hashish cases. As a result, the Supreme Court has ordered that thousands of cases be expunged.
Automatic Expungement of Certain Marijuana or Hashish Cases
New Jersey Judiciary Expunges More than 360,000 Marijuana Offenses
Use the Judiciary’s online expungement system to expunge other cases
Supreme Court Outlines New Action Plan for Ensuring Equal Justice
Read the Notice and Order – Landlord Tenant – Amendments to Rule 1:38-3(f) to Remove from Public Access Records of Landlord Tenant Cases (a) In Which No Judgment for Possession Ever Has Been Entered, and (b) In Which a Judgment for Possession Was Entered Seven Years Ago or Longer
Read the Notice – Proposal to Permit Out-of-State Attorneys to Provide Pro Bono Services Under Individual Supervision; Proposed Amendments to Rule 1:21-3 – Request for Public Comment – Comments Requested by January 24, 2022
Read the Notice Requesting Comments – Proposal to Permit Supervised Law Students to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services in State Tax Matters; Proposed Amendments to Rule 1:21-3(b) – Comments Requested by January 14, 2022
Read the Court's 2021 Action Plan
Read the Release on the Court's Action Plan
Read the Court's 2020 Action Plan