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
Judiciary Cybersecurity Update
The Judiciary is blocking all internet traffic from outside the country to ensure the security of our data. This includes access to all of our websites, applications, and other services. We are also blocking all email traffic to and from all sites outside the U.S. If you are unsure whether we received your message or your filing, please call the appropriate court office. Court office phone numbers can be found on this page.
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 LGBTQ+ Pride Month 2022
- Watch the video recognizing LGBTQ – Pride 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
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
New Jersey Judiciary Equity Impact Analysis (EIA) Document
Guiding Principles of Equity Impact Analysis
Read the Directive #07-22 - New Jersey Judiciary Policy on Accessible and Inclusive Communications
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 Court's 2021 Action Plan
Read the Release on the Court's Action Plan
Read the Court's 2020 Action Plan