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  • Recently Enacted Laws Concerning the Municipal Courts, Stay up-to-date with the newest laws and rules impacting municipal court services., Date, Legislation, 02/06/2026 L. 2025, c. 285 – Regulates Certain Electric Bicycles – Effective Immediately For All But One Requirement 01/16/2026 L. 2025, c. 245 – Establishes Penalties for Certain Conduct Related to Public Brawl and Disorderly Conduct – Effectively Immediately 01/16/2026 L. 2025, c. 248 – Imposes Conditions on Drivers Approaching Certain Stationary Vehicles and Revised Public Awareness Campaign – Effective Immediately 08/28/2025 L. 2025, c. 122 - Prohibits Use of Deceptive Marketing Practices by Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers L. 2025, c. 122 - Prohibits Use of Deceptive Marketing Practices by Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers - Effective Immediately 06/06/2025 L. 2025, c. 59 – Establishes Offense of Inciting Public Brawl: Upgrades Penalty for Disorderly Conduct in Certain Circumstances L. 2025, c. 59 – Establishes Offense of Inciting Public Brawl: Upgrades Penalty for Disorderly Conduct in Certain Circumstances – Effective Immediately 04/03/2025 L. 2025, c. 41 - Clarifies Installation of Ignition Interlock Devices for Certain DWI Offenses L. 2025, c. 41 - Clarifies Installation of Ignition Interlock Devices for Certain DWI Offenses -- Effective Immediately 05/24/2024 L. 2024, c. 11 - Concerns Motor Vehicles Overtaking Certain Pedestrians and Persons Operating Bicycles and Personal Conveyances -- Effective Immediately L. 2024, c. 11 - Concerns Motor Vehicles Overtaking Certain Pedestrians and Persons Operating Bicycles and Personal Conveyances -- Effective Immediately 02/01/2024 L. 2023 c. 335 – Concerns Possession or Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages by Underage Persons- Effective January 16, 2024. L. 2023 c. 335 – Concerns Possession or Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages by Underage Persons- Effective January 16, 2024. 01/26/2024 L. 2023 c. 284 L.  2023 c. 284 – Concerns Jurisdiction and Operations of Regional Municipal Courts – Effective August 1, 2024 01/22/2024 L. 2022 c. 52 – c. 58 L.  2022 c. 52 – c. 58 - Gun Control Legislation -  Various Effective Dates 01/22/2024 L. 2023 c. 45 L. 2023 c. 45 – Establishes the Crime of “Sexual Extortion” – Effective May 8, 2023 01/22/2024 L. 2023 c. 46 L. 2023 c. 46 – Clarifies Penalties for Certain Violations of Pretrial Services; Directs Prosecutors to Provide Written Notice of Release to Victim – Effective May 8, 2023 01/22/2024 L. 2023, c. 191 L. 2023, c. 191 – Concerns Use of Ignition Interlock Devices for Drunk Driving – Various Effective Dates 02/23/2022 L. 2021, c. 358 – Requires Prosecutor or State Police to Notify Certain Family or Household Members and Victims when Firearms are Returned to Person Charged with Domestic Violence or Subject to Extreme Risk Protection Order – Effective August 1, 2022 L. 2021, c. 358 – Requires Prosecutor or State Police to Notify Certain Family or Household Members and Victims when Firearms are Returned to Person Charged with Domestic Violence or Subject to Extreme Risk Protection Order – Effective August 1, 2022 12/30/2021 L. 2021, c. 312 – Expands Scope of Inmate Reentry Assistance and Benefits – Effective December 21, 2021 L. 2021, c. 312 – Expands Scope of Inmate Reentry Assistance and Benefits – Effective December 21, 2021 12/27/2021 L. 2021, c. 259 – Requires Residential Landlords to Equip Steam Radiators with Protective Covers – Effective February 1, 2022 L. 2021, c. 259 – Requires Residential Landlords to Equip Steam Radiators with Protective Covers – Effective February 1, 2022 12/27/2021 L. 2021, c. 293 – Provides that AOC Shall Administer Program for Municipal Courts Allowing Defendants to Engage in Online Plea Negotiations, Entry of Guilty Plea, and Payment of Fine or Penalty – Effective February 1, 2022 L. 2021, c. 293 – Provides that AOC Shall Administer Program for Municipal Courts Allowing Defendants to Engage in Online Plea Negotiations, Entry of Guilty Plea, and Payment of Fine or Penalty – Effective February 1, 2022 12/27/2021 L. 2021, c. 298 - Clarifies Classification in this State of Criminal Offenses Committed in Other States or Under Federal Law – Effective November 8, 2021 L. 2021, c. 298 - Clarifies Classification in this State of Criminal Offenses Committed in Other States or Under Federal Law – Effective November 8, 2021 08/05/2021 L. 2021, c. 194 - Requires motorists operating vehicles to maintain reasonable and safe distance when overtaking pedestrians and certain bicycles. L. 2021, c. 194 - Requires motorists operating vehicles to maintain reasonable and safe distance when overtaking pedestrians and certain bicycles. 07/12/2021 L. 2021, c. 172 - Increases Strangulation Assault to Crime of Second Degree L. 2021, c. 172 - Increases Strangulation Assault to Crime of Second Degree 05/27/2021 L. 2021, c. 83 - stablishes trunk fighting as animal cruelty offense and crime of the third degree and imposes civil penalties L. 2021, c. 83 - stablishes trunk fighting as animal cruelty offense and crime of the third degree and imposes civil penalties 04/13/2021 L. 2021, c. 38-equires law enforcement to provide written warning and parent/guardian notification for underage possession or consumption of alcoholic beverage, cannabis, marijuana, or hashish – Effective March 26, 2021 L. 2021, c. 38-equires law enforcement to provide written warning and parent/guardian notification for underage possession or consumption of alcoholic beverage, cannabis, marijuana, or hashish – Effective March 26, 2021 03/15/2021 L. 2021, c. 25-Revises consequences for underage possession or consumption of various forms of cannabis included in legislation passed by both Houses of Legislature; requires AG reports, reviewable by task force, on law enforcement interactions on underage violations - Effective immediately L. 2021, c. 25-Revises consequences for underage possession or consumption of various forms of cannabis included in legislation passed by both Houses of Legislature; requires AG reports, reviewable by task force, on law enforcement interactions on underage violations - Effective immediately 03/02/2021 L. 2021, c. 9 - Reclassifies Possession of Psilocybin as a Disorderly Persons Offense -- Effective February 4, 2021 L. 2021, c. 9 - Reclassifies Possession of Psilocybin as a Disorderly Persons Offense -- Effective February 4, 2021 03/02/2021 L. 2021, c. 16 - "New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act" - Effective Immediately L. 2021, c. 16 - "New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act" - Effective Immediately 03/02/2021 L. 2021, c. 19 - Provides for Certain Criminal and Civil Justice Reforms, Particularly Legal Consequences Associated with Certain Marijuana and Hashish Offenses as well as Raising Awareness of Available Expungement Relief -- Various Effective Dates L. 2021, c. 19 - Provides for Certain Criminal and Civil Justice Reforms, Particularly Legal Consequences Associated with Certain Marijuana and Hashish Offenses as well as Raising Awareness of Available Expungement Relief -- Various Effective Dates 03/02/2021 L. 2021, c. 24 - Amends Certain Provisions and Effective Date Applicable to Disclosure of Personal Information of Judicial Officers, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Officers - "Daniel's Law", PL 2020, c. 125 L. 2021, c. 24 - Amends Certain Provisions and Effective Date Applicable to Disclosure of Personal Information of Judicial Officers, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Officers - "Daniel's Law", PL 2020, c. 125 11/24/2020 L. 2002, c. 125 – Daniel’s Law – Prohibits Disclosure of Certain Personal Information of Active, Formerly Active, and Retired Judicial Officers, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Officers, and Their Family Members; Establishes Crime and Civil Action for Disclosing Such Information L. 2002, c. 125 – Daniel’s Law – Prohibits Disclosure of Certain Personal Information of Active, Formerly Active, and Retired Judicial Officers, Prosecutors, and Law Enforcement Officers, and Their Family Members; Establishes Crime and Civil Action for Disclosing Such Information 11/02/2020 L. 2002, c. 73 – Includes False Incrimination and Filing False Police Report as Form of Bias Intimidation; Establishes Crime of False 9-1-1- Call with Purpose to Intimidate or Harass Based on Race or Other Protected Class – Effective August 31, 2020 L. 2002, c. 73 – Includes False Incrimination and Filing False Police Report as Form of Bias Intimidation; Establishes Crime of False 9-1-1- Call with Purpose to Intimidate or Harass Based on Race or Other Protected Class – Effective August 31, 2020 08/19/2020 L. 2019, c. 276 - Concerns Driver's License Suspension for Certain Crimes and Offenses - Part II - Effective January 1, 2021, except for Section 12 and subsection b. of Section 20 which took effect on December 27, 2019 L. 2019, c. 276 - Concerns Driver's License Suspension for Certain Crimes and Offenses - Part II - Effective January 1, 2021, except for Section 12 and subsection b. of Section 20 which took effect on December 27, 2019 05/08/2020 L. 2019, c. 301 - Eliminates Motor Vehicle Surcharges Following Retirement of Bonds and Debts Tied to Surcharges L. 2019, c. 301 - Eliminates Motor Vehicle Surcharges Following Retirement of Bonds and Debts Tied to Surcharges 05/05/2020 Executive Order 135 - Suspending In-Person Requirements for Marriages and Receipt of Working Papers for Minors - Effective May 4, 2020 Executive Order 135 - Suspending In-Person Requirements for Marriages and Receipt of Working Papers for Minors - Effective May 4, 2020 04/17/2020 L. 2020, c. 26 - Allows Remote Notarial Acts During Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency Declared by Governor in Executive Order 103 of 2020 - Effective April 14, 2020 L. 2020, c. 26 - Allows Remote Notarial Acts During Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency Declared by Governor in Executive Order 103 of 2020 - Effective April 14, 2020 04/06/2020 PL 2019, c. 425 - Prohibits Sale or Distribution of Flavored Vapor Products - Effective April 20, 2020 PL 2019, c. 425 - Prohibits Sale or Distribution of Flavored Vapor Products - Effective April 20, 2020 03/31/2020 L. 2019, c. 399 – Enhances Penalties Related to Counterfeit Drugs – Effective July 11, 2020 L. 2019, c. 399 – Enhances Penalties Related to Counterfeit Drugs – Effective July 11, 2020 03/19/2020 L. 2019, c. 370 – Imposes motor vehicle penalty points for certain violations of “move over law”; establishes public awareness campaign, designated as “Slow Down or Move Over, It’s the Law.” – Effective September 1, 2020 L. 2019, c. 370 – Imposes motor vehicle penalty points for certain violations of “move over law”; establishes public awareness campaign, designated as “Slow Down or Move Over, It’s the Law.” – Effective September 1, 2020 03/11/2020 1. L. 2019, c. 505 - Revises certain penalties for illegal operation of snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle or dirt bike – Effective April 1, 2020 1. L. 2019, c. 505 - Revises certain penalties for illegal operation of snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle or dirt bike – Effective April 1, 2020 03/11/2020 2. L. 2019, c. 375 - Requires employers to post notice for employees on employee misclassification – Effective April 1, 2020 2. L. 2019, c. 375 - Requires employers to post notice for employees on employee misclassification – Effective April 1, 2020 03/02/2020 L. 2019, c. 507 - Prohibits Sale, Lease, Rent or Installation of Certain Equipment or Products Containing Hydrofluorocarbons or Other Greenhouse Gases L. 2019, c. 507 - Prohibits Sale, Lease, Rent or Installation of Certain Equipment or Products Containing Hydrofluorocarbons or Other Greenhouse Gases 02/27/2020 L. 2019, c. 276 - Concerns Driver's License Suspension for Certain Crimes and Offenses - Part 1 L. 2019, c. 276 - Concerns Driver's License Suspension for Certain Crimes and Offenses - Part 1 02/26/2020 L. 2019, c. 481 - Prohibits sale of certain toy guns and imitation firearms. L. 2019, c. 481 - Prohibits sale of certain toy guns and imitation firearms. 02/13/2020 L. 2019, c. 372 - Concerns Stop-Work Orders - Effective January 20, 2020 L. 2019, c. 372 - Concerns Stop-Work Orders - Effective January 20, 2020 02/13/2020 L. 2019, c. 373 - Concerns Penalties for Misclassification of Employees - Effective January 20, 2020 L. 2019, c. 373 - Concerns Penalties for Misclassification of Employees - Effective January 20, 2020 01/24/2020 L. 2019, c. 271 – Creates Two Categories of Driver’s Licenses and Identification Cards; Allows Residents Unable to Provide Lawful Presence in the U.S. to Receive Permits, and Standard Driver’s Licenses or Identification Cards; Permits MVC to Increase Certain Fees – Effective January 1, 2021 L. 2019, c. 271 – Creates Two Categories of Driver’s Licenses and Identification Cards; Allows Residents Unable to Provide Lawful Presence in the U.S. to Receive Permits, and Standard Driver’s Licenses or Identification Cards; Permits MVC to Increase Certain Fees – Effective January 1, 2021 01/10/2020 P.L. 2019, c. 269 - Revises Expungement Eligibility and Procedures, Including New "Clean Slate" Automated Process to Render Convictions and Related Records Inaccessible; Creates E-filing System for Expungements; Eliminates Expungement Filing Fees; Appropriates $15 million to DLPS for Implementation P.L. 2019, c. 269 - Revises Expungement Eligibility and Procedures, Including New "Clean Slate" Automated Process to Render Convictions and Related Records Inaccessible; Creates E-filing System for Expungements; Eliminates Expungement Filing Fees; Appropriates $15 million to DLPS for Implementation 12/26/2019 L. 2018, c. 47 - Imposes Surcharge on Prearranged Rides and Increases Certain Fee Associated with Motor Vehicle Violations - Effective July 1, 2018 except Section 4 Effective Oct. 1, 2018 L. 2018, c. 47 - Imposes Surcharge on Prearranged Rides and Increases Certain Fee Associated with Motor Vehicle Violations - Effective July 1, 2018 except Section 4 Effective Oct. 1, 2018 08/27/2019 L. 2019, c. 248 - Revises Certain Drunk Driving Penalties; Expands Use of Ignition Interlock Devices -- Effective Dec. 1, 2019 L. 2019, c. 248 - Revises Certain Drunk Driving Penalties; Expands Use of Ignition Interlock Devices -- Effective Dec. 1, 2019 08/26/2019 L. 2019, c. 212 - Concerns Law Regarding Failure to Pay Wage - Effective Aug. 6, 2019 and Oct. 1, 2019 L. 2019, c. 212 - Concerns Law Regarding Failure to Pay Wage - Effective Aug. 6, 2019 and Oct. 1, 2019 08/15/2019 L. 2019, c. 216 - Revises Certain Penalties for Public Movers and Warehousemen -- Effective Dec. 1, 2019 L. 2019, c. 216 - Revises Certain Penalties for Public Movers and Warehousemen -- Effective Dec. 1, 2019 08/14/2019 L. 2019, c. 223 Establishes Third Degree Crime for Owning or Possessing Animal or Dog Fighting Paraphernalia and Establishes Civil Penalty - Effective Aug. 9, 2019 L. 2019, c. 223 Establishes Third Degree Crime for Owning or Possessing Animal or Dog Fighting Paraphernalia and Establishes Civil Penalty - Effective Aug. 9, 2019 07/26/2019 L. 2019, c. 153 - Revises Requirements to Authorize and Access Medical Cannabis; Establishes Cannabis Regulatory Commission; Revises Permit Requirements for Alternative Treatment Centers; and Establishes Additional legal Protections for Patients and Caregivers – Effective Immediately L. 2019, c. 153 - Revises Requirements to Authorize and Access Medical Cannabis; Establishes Cannabis Regulatory Commission; Revises Permit Requirements for Alternative Treatment Centers; and Establishes Additional legal Protections for Patients and Caregivers – Effective Immediately 07/09/2019 L. 2019, c. 158 - Stop Work Orders Related to Prevailing Wage and Construction Worker Employment - Amends N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.35 - Effective July 9, 2019 L. 2019, c. 158 - Stop Work Orders Related to Prevailing Wage and Construction Worker Employment - Amends N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.35 - Effective July 9, 2019 05/10/2019 L. 2019, c. 108 - Provides that Certain Persons Who Commit Act of Sexual Penetration or Sexual Contact with Students Who Are At 8 but Less Than 22 Years Old Are Guilty of Sexual Assault or Criminal Sexual Contact -- Effective May 10, 2019 L. 2019, c. 108 - Provides that Certain Persons Who Commit Act of Sexual Penetration or Sexual Contact with Students Who Are At 8 but Less Than 22 Years Old Are Guilty of Sexual Assault or Criminal Sexual Contact -- Effective May 10, 2019 05/07/2019 l. 2019, C. 83 - Revises the Standard for Warrantless Seizure of an Animal at Risk Due to a Violation of the Law Concerning the Necessary Care and Tethering of an Animal -- Effective May 7, 2019 l. 2019, C. 83 - Revises the Standard for Warrantless Seizure of an Animal at Risk Due to a Violation of the Law Concerning the Necessary Care and Tethering of an Animal -- Effective May 7, 2019 04/22/2019 L. 2019, c. 40 Upgrades Penalty for Failing to Report Act of Sexual Abuse Against Child - Effective Immediately L. 2019, c. 40 Upgrades Penalty for Failing to Report Act of Sexual Abuse Against Child - Effective Immediately 10/04/2018 L. 2018, c. 121- Revises and Expands Laws on Trespass and Vandalism on Agricultural and Horticultural Lands -- Effective Oct. 4, 2018 L. 2018, c. 121- Revises and Expands Laws on Trespass and Vandalism on Agricultural and Horticultural Lands -- Effective Oct. 4, 2018 08/30/2018 L.2018, c. 42 Prohibits the Marriage or Civil Union of Any Person Under Age 18 -- Effective June 22, 2018. L.2018, c. 42 Prohibits the Marriage or Civil Union of Any Person Under Age 18 -- Effective June 22, 2018. 08/30/2018 L.2018, c. 35 Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2019 -- Effective Sept. 1, 2019. L.2018, c. 35 Extreme Risk Protective Order Act of 2019 -- Effective Sept. 1, 2019. 08/02/2018 Amends N.J.S.A. 39:5-3 and Provides that Charges for a Violation of N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.18 Must be Filed Within 90 Days After the Offense -- L. 2017, c. 249 -- Effective Jan. 8, 2018 Amends N.J.S.A. 39:5-3 and Provides that Charges for a Violation of N.J.S.A. 39:3-10.18 Must be Filed Within 90 Days After the Offense -- L. 2017, c. 249 -- Effective Jan. 8, 2018 . 08/02/2018 Amends the Expungement Process for Convictions of Crimes, Disorderly Persons, and Petty Disorderly Persons Offenses -- L. 2017, c. 244 -- Effective Oct. 1, 2018 Amends the Expungement Process for Convictions of Crimes, Disorderly Persons, and Petty Disorderly Persons Offenses -- L. 2017, c. 244 -- Effective Oct. 1, 2018 08/15/2017 P.L. 2017, c. 189 - Establishes Requirements Concerning Necessary Care of Dogs, Domestic Companion Animals, and Service Animals, and For Tethering of Dogs -- Effective Aug. 7, 2017 P.L. 2017, c. 189 - Establishes Requirements Concerning Necessary Care of Dogs, Domestic Companion Animals, and Service Animals, and For Tethering of Dogs -- Effective Aug. 7, 2017 08/01/2017 P.L. 2017, c.118 - Raises Minimum Age for Purchase and Sale of Tobacco Products and Electronic Smoking Devices from 19 to 21 --Effective Nov. 1, 2017 P.L. 2017, c.118 - Raises Minimum Age for Purchase and Sale of Tobacco Products and Electronic Smoking Devices from 19 to 21 --Effective Nov. 1, 2017 07/27/2017 P.L. 2017, c. 156: Creates Fencing Crime Involving Stolen Domestic Companion Animals -- Effective July 21,2017 P.L. 2017, c. 156: Creates Fencing Crime Involving Stolen Domestic Companion Animals -- Effective July 21, 2017 07/27/2017 P.L. 2017, c. 165: Establishes New Crime of Strict Liability Vehicular Homicide -- Effective July 21, 2017 P.L. 2017, c. 165: Establishes New Crime of Strict Liability Vehicular Homicide -- Effective July 21, 2017 06/30/2017 Enhances protections for domestic violence victims by restricting access to firearms by certain persons; provides for minimum terms of incarceration for offenders who commit physically violent acts. -- P.L. 2016, c. 91 -- Effective Aug. 1,2017 Enhances protections for domestic violence victims by restricting access to firearms by certain persons; provides for minimum terms of incarceration for offenders who commit physically violent acts. -- P.L. 2016, c. 91 -- Effective Aug. 1,2017 05/11/2017 Grants Drivers Additional Time to Resolve Parking Violations Prior to License or Registration Suspension -- P.L. 2017, c. 75 -- Effective Dec. 1, 2017 Grants Drivers Additional Time to Resolve Parking Violations Prior to License or Registration Suspension -- P.L. 2017, c. 75 -- Effective Dec. 1, 2017 05/01/2017 Creates Prosecutorial Veteran’s Diversion Program – P.L. 2017, c.42 – Effective Dec. 1, 2017. Creates Prosecutorial Veteran’s Diversion Program – P.L. 2017, c.42 – Effective Dec. 1, 2017. 01/29/2016 Expands Time for Renewal of Driver's License, Registration, and Inspection by Certain Military Personnel and Their Families - P.L. 2015, c. 299 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 Expands Time for Renewal of Driver's License, Registration, and Inspection by Certain Military Personnel and Their Families - P.L. 2015, c. 299 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 01/29/2016 Prohibits Sale or Distribution of Liquid Nicotine Except in Child-Resistant Containers; Civil Penalty - P.L. 2015, c.294 - Effective Aug. 1, 2016 Prohibits Sale or Distribution of Liquid Nicotine Except in Child-Resistant Containers; Civil Penalty - P.L. 2015, c.294 - Effective Aug. 1, 2016 01/29/2016 Creates a Definition of Certified Mail - P.L. 2015, c.251 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 Creates a Definition of Certified Mail - P.L. 2015, c.251 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 01/25/2016 Requires Drivers to Slow Down Before Passing a Slow Moving Vehicle - P.L. 2015, c. 292 - Effective Jan. 1, 2017 Requires Drivers to Slow Down Before Passing a Slow Moving Vehicle - P.L. 2015, c. 292 - Effective Jan. 1, 2017 01/25/2016 Enhances Penalty for Tampering With Evidence After Fleeing the Scene of an Accident Resulting in Death - P.L. 2015, c. 265 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 Enhances Penalty for Tampering With Evidence After Fleeing the Scene of an Accident Resulting in Death - P.L. 2015, c. 265 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 01/25/2016 Expands DNA Database to Include Samples From Disorderly Persons Who Are Fingerprinted For Certain Offenses - P.L. 2015, c. 263 - Effective July 1, 2017 Expands DNA Database to Include Samples From Disorderly Persons Who Are Fingerprinted For Certain Offenses - P.L. 2015, c. 263 - Effective July 1, 2017 01/25/2016 Establishes Crime for Fraudulent Use of Social Security Number to Collect Lottery Winnings - P.L. 2015, c. 259 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 Establishes Crime for Fraudulent Use of Social Security Number to Collect Lottery Winnings - P.L. 2015, c. 259 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 01/25/2016 Requires DMVA to Develop Mentoring Program to Assist Justice-Involved Veterans - P.L. 2015, c. 246 - Effective March 19, 2016 Requires DMVA to Develop Mentoring Program to Assist Justice-Involved Veterans - P.L. 2015, c. 246 - Effective March 19, 2016 01/25/2016 Prohibits Posting, Publishing on the Internet, or Disclosing Certain Information Regarding Law Enforcement Officers - P.L. 2015, c.226 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 Prohibits Posting, Publishing on the Internet, or Disclosing Certain Information Regarding Law Enforcement Officers - P.L. 2015, c.226 - Effective Jan. 19, 2016 01/25/2016 Exempts Disabled Veterans and Purple Heart Recipients From Payment of Municipal Parking Meter Fees Under Certain Circumstances - P.L. 2015, c. 218 - Effective March 1, 2016 Exempts Disabled Veterans and Purple Heart Recipients From Payment of Municipal Parking Meter Fees Under Certain Circumstances - P.L. 2015, c. 218 - Effective March 1, 2016 01/21/2016 Revises Laws Regarding the Expungement of Crimes and Disorderly Persons Offenses - P.L. 2015, c.261 - Effective April 18, 2016 Revises Laws Regarding the Expungement of Crimes and Disorderly Persons Offenses - P.L. 2015, c.261 - Effective April 18, 2016 12/14/2015 Upgrades Crime of False Public Alarm; Establishes Reporting Requirements Concerning Crime - P.L. 2015, c.156 - Effective March 1, 2016 Upgrades Crime of False Public Alarm; Establishes Reporting Requirements Concerning Crime - P.L. 2015, c.156 - Effective March 1, 2016 12/01/2015 Revises Standards Related to Forensic DNA Testing - P.L. 2015, c.127 - Effective March 1, 2016 Revises Standards Related to Forensic DNA Testing - P.L. 2015, c.127 - Effective March 1, 2016 11/19/2015 Upgrades Violation of a Stalking Restraining Order to a Crime of the Third Degree - P.L. 2015, c.141 - Effective Nov. 9, 2015 Upgrades Violation of a Stalking Restraining Order to a Crime of the Third Degree - P.L. 2015, c.141 - Effective Nov. 9, 2015 08/21/2015 Implements Current Car Seat Safety Recommendations - L. 2015, c. 50 - Effective Sept. 1, 2015 Implements Current Car Seat Safety Recommendations - L. 2015, c. 50 - Effective Sept. 1, 2015 08/10/2015 Revises Requirements for Establishment of Central Municipal Courts - P.L. 2015, C. 103 - Effective Aug. 10, 2015 Revises Requirements for Establishment of Central Municipal Courts - P.L. 2015, C. 103 - Effective Aug. 10, 2015 01/09/2015 Requires Certain Police Vehicles to be Equipped With Cameras - P.L. 2014, c. 54 - Effective March 1, 2015 Requires Certain Police Vehicles to be Equipped With Cameras - P.L. 2014, c. 54 - Effective March 1, 2015
  • Statistics, Statistical Dashboards, The following dashboards provide interactive summaries of filings, resolutions, and backlog in the New Jersey Trial Courts for the court year. The dashboards are updated each month to provide a current picture of caseload activity. Filings and Resolutions Dashboard : The tables and graphs show court year-to-date statistics (July to the current month available) and the most recent full court year statistics . The case type radio buttons control the type of cases shown in the Filings and Resolution table and the Percent Change in Filings map. Selection of a county radio button allows you to control the counties displayed in the bar graphs and table on the bottom of the dashboard. Backlog Dashboards : The tables and graphs show current backlog statistics and the most recent June (year-end) statistics. The case type radio buttons control the type of cases shown in the Backlog table, the monthly Backlog bar graph. Selection of a county radio button controls the counties displayed in the bar graphs on the bottom of the dashboard. Filings and Resolutions Dashboard - Current Filings and Resolutions Dashboard - Current Filings and Resolutions Dashboard - Court Year Filings and Resolutions Dashboard - Court Year New Jersey Trial Courts Backlog: Current Backlog Dashboard - Current New Jersey Trial Courts Backlog: Court Year Backlog Dashboard - Court Year, Trial Court Statistics, Trial court statistics are compiled from monthly statistical reports prepared by division managers in each county and submitted by trial court administrators. In the Court Management Report, the statewide overview section provides court year-to-date clearance and inventory percentages and current month clearance numbers. The county profile section of that report provides a two-page court year-to-date caseload report for each county. The Civil Statistics Report provides a report of filings, resolutions, clearance and backlog by case type. In the Superior Court Caseload Reference Guide, statistics are presented for five court years by county. Note: All reports are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. PDF documents preserve the look and feel of the original print documents. However, in order to view PDF documents, you must install the Adobe Acrobat Reader on your device. Acrobat Reader is available free of charge from their Adobe web site. Adobe provides a set of free tools that help users with visual impairments read documents in Adobe PDF format. 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  • Unpublished Trial Court Opinions, Only some unpublished trial court decisions are posted on the website, often at the request of the judge or one of the parties. An "unpublished" opinion is identified as one that does not set legal precedent and should not be cited in future cases.
  • Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Court Offices/Divisions, On This Page, Body, Trial Court Administration, Tina DiNicola, Trial Court Administrator 856-878-5050 ext. 15936, Office, Telephone, EEO/AA Officer, 856-878-5050 ext. 45022, Ombudsman, 856-878-5050 ext. 15159, Civil Division , Most civil cases that are heard in the Superior Court involve disputes in which a plaintiff claims that they have been hurt by the actions of the defendant and seeks monetary compensation. Examples of such cases are those involving automobile accidents, medical malpractice, breaches of contracts and landlord/tenant disputes. Civil cases in which the amount in controversy is more than $20,000 are heard in the Civil Division of Superior Court. Cases in which the amount in controversy is over $5,000 up to $20,000 are heard in the Special Civil Part of the Civil Division. Those in which the amount in controversy is $5,000 or less are also heard in the Special Civil Part and are known as small claims cases. In all, about 460,000 cases are heard in the Civil Division and Special Civil Part. Civil cases in which monetary damages are not being sought are heard in the General Equity Division of Superior Court. General Equity judges handle non-jury cases such as those involving trade secrets, labor matters, foreclosures and other disputes in which court relief, often in the form of restraining orders, is sought on an emergency basis., Cumberland , Office, Telephone, Civil Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15390, Gloucester, Office, Telephone, Civil Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15370, Salem, Office, Telephone, Civil Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15945, Criminal Division , The Criminal Division is responsible for processing and managing all indictable criminal cases involving adult offenders. In rare instances, juveniles may be waived to adult court based on the severity of the offense. The office handles all pre-adjudicatory functions of the Superior Court, Criminal Division, as well as Post Conviction Motions. Disorderly persons, petty disorderly person’s offenses and motor vehicle violations are normally heard in the Municipal Courts. Typical clients of the Criminal Division would be those: Arrested and charged with a criminal offense; Applying for pretrial intervention (PTI); Convicted of a criminal offense and needing a pre-sentence investigation completed; Having a question under pretrial monitoring; Seeking legal representation by the Office of the Public Defender; Inquiring about a criminal public record; Having questions concerning public access terminals; Appealing a Municipal Court sentence ( How to Appeal a Decision of a Municipal Court pro se kit available ); Applying for an expungement of a criminal record ( How to Expunge Your Criminal and/or Juvenile Record pro se kit available ); and Applying for recovery court   Crystal Harris, Criminal Division Manager, Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem 856-878-5050 ext. 15363, Cumberland, Office, Telephone, Criminal, 856-878-5050 ext. 15460, Gloucester, Office, Telephone, Criminal, 856-878-5050 ext. 15430, Salem, Office, Telephone, Criminal, 856-878-5050 ext. 15850, Family Division, Family Court is responsible to hear all actions in which the principal claim is unique to and arises out of a family or family type relationship. Family Court has jurisdiction over matters involving divorce, child support, paternity, custody, parenting time, domestic violence, juvenile delinquency, family crisis, foster care placement, kinship legal guardianship, abuse and neglect, termination of parental rights and adoption. Vacant, Family Division Manager Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem, Cumberland, Office, Telephone, Family Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15720, Non-Dissolution (FD), 856-878-5050 ext. 15630, Matrimonial (FM), 856-878-5050 ext. 15650, Domestic Violence (FV), 856-878-5050 ext. 15640, Children In Court (CIC), 856-878-5050 ext. 15660, Gloucester, Office, Telephone, Family Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15590, Non-Dissolution (FD), 856-878-5050 ext. 15510, Matrimonial (FM), 856-878-5050 ext. 15530, Domestic Violence (FV), 856-878-5050 ext. 15520, Children In Court (CIC), 856-878-5050 ext. 15540, Salem, Office, Telephone, Family Division Main Office, 856-878-5050 ext. 15774, Non-Dissolution/Domestic Violence (FD/FV), 856-878-5050 ext. 15773, Matrimonial (FM), 856-878-5050 ext. 15774, Children In Court (CIC), 856-878-5050 ext. 15775, Finance Division, The Division of Finance manages all aspects of the Court's financial operations including the collection of fines, restitution, child support, bail and fees which are due to government agencies and individuals. Stephanie Snow, Finance Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15224, Cumberland, Office, Telephone, Finance, 856-878-5050 ext. 15360, Gloucester, Office, Telephone, Finance, 856-878-5050 ext. 15320, Salem, Office, Telephone, Finance, 856-878-5050 ext. 15990, Human Resources Division, The , Division of Human Resources,  is responsible for a variety of programs and services for employees and applicants. The division administers all Human Resources related functions for the New Jersey Superior Court in each vicinage. The division is responsible for personnel management, labor and employee relations, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, training, payroll, health benefits, administration and volunteer programs. The Superior Court employs individuals in a wide variety of types of positions. We have career opportunities for individuals in direct court services functions (i.e., Probation Officers, Criminal, Family and Civil case management, support staff, etc.) and in support services functions (i.e., Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, Purchasing, etc.). Careers in the NJ Courts See employment opportunities ., Human Resources - Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem, 856-878-5050 ext. 15280 Amanda Batiz, Human Resources Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15161, IT Division, Michael Robinson, IT Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15152, Office, Telephone, Vicinage Information Technology Help Desk, 856-878-5050 ext. 15150, Jury Division, Call the jury management office if you have questions about your jury service.   Joseph Demarzio, Jury Manager - Cumberland 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 Ashley Cline, Jury Manager - Gloucester 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 Diane Holmes, Jury Manager - Salem 856-878-5050 ext. 18150, Cumberland, Office, Telephone, Cumberland Jury, 856-878-5050 ext. 15160, Gloucester, Office, Telephone, Gloucester Jury, 856-878-5050 ext. 15180, Salem, Office, Telephone, Salem Jury, 856-878-5050 ext. 15760, Municipal Division, Municipal courts have jurisdiction over various matters, including motor vehicle and traffic violations, ordinance violations, disorderly and petty disorderly persons offenses and certain penalty enforcement actions, such as fish and game violations. The municipal courts also play a vital role in the indictable charges that ultimately end up in Superior Court. These charges are filed first in the municipal court, where a determination of probable cause is made, conditions of pretrial release are set, and preliminary arraignments are held. The complaints are then forwarded to the county prosecutor’s office for possible grand jury action. Many indictable charges are downgraded to disorderly persons offenses and are heard in the municipal court. Municipal courts have very limited juvenile jurisdiction such as jurisdiction to handle motor vehicle complaints involving minors and curfew violations. In addition to assessing fines and revoking various privileges, municipal court judges may imprison defendants for up to six months. There are no jury trials in municipal court. Questions or comments concerning court operations in any of the municipal courts may be directed to the attention of the Municipal Division Manager or visit the Municipal Court Services Municipal Court within the Superior Court of New Jersey  page. , Municipal - Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem, 856-878-5050 ext. 15290 Ashley Wolk, Municipal Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15206, Operations Division,   Robert Shorts, Operations Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15826, Probation Division, The Probation Division, as part of the Judiciary, plays a vital role in accomplishing the mission of the Court. The role of Probation Division is to promote the welfare and safety of children, families and communities in New Jersey by enforcing court orders, supervising offenders, monitoring behavior, and intervening to produce positive outcomes. Audrey Rigsbee, Probation Division Manager 856-878-5050 ext. 15682
  • Hudson Court Offices/Divisions, On This Page, Body, Trial Court Administration, Kimberly Galligan, Trial Court Administrator 201-748-4400 ext. 66606, Office, Telephone, EEO/AA Officer, 201-748-4400 ext. 60475, Ombudsman, 201-748-4400 ext. 60145, Civil Division, Most civil cases that are heard in the Superior Court involve disputes in which a plaintiff claims that they have been hurt by the actions of the defendant and seeks monetary compensation. Examples of such cases are those involving automobile accidents, medical malpractice, breaches of contracts and landlord/tenant disputes. Civil cases in which the amount in controversy is more than $20,000 are heard in the Civil Division of Superior Court. Cases in which the amount in controversy is over $5,000 up to $20,000 are heard in the Special Civil Part of the Civil Division. Those in which the amount in controversy is $5,000 or less are also heard in the Special Civil Part and are known as small claims cases. In all, about 460,000 cases are heard in the Civil Division and Special Civil Part. Civil cases in which monetary damages are not being sought are heard in the General Equity Division of Superior Court. General Equity judges handle non-jury cases such as those involving trade secrets, labor matters, foreclosures and other disputes in which court relief, often in the form of restraining orders, is sought on an emergency basis., Civil, 201-748-4400 ext. 60090   Jillian Talerico, Civil Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60263, Office, Telephone, General Equity, 201-748-4400 ext. 60110, Special Civil, 201-748-4400 ext. 66680, Landlord Tenant, 201-748-4400  ext.60028, Mediation/Arbitration, 201-748-4400  ext.60090, Criminal Division, The Criminal Division is responsible for processing and managing all indictable criminal cases involving adult offenders. In rare instances, juveniles may be waived to adult court based on the severity of the offense. The office handles all pre-adjudicatory functions of the Superior Court, Criminal Division, as well as Post Conviction Motions. Disorderly persons, petty disorderly person’s offenses and motor vehicle violations are normally heard in the Municipal Courts. Typical clients of the Criminal Division would be those: Arrested and charged with a criminal offense; Applying for pretrial intervention (PTI); Convicted of a criminal offense and needing a pre-sentence investigation completed; Having a question under pretrial monitoring; Seeking legal representation by the Office of the Public Defender; Inquiring about a criminal public record; Having questions concerning public access terminals; Appealing a Municipal Court sentence ( How to Appeal a Decision of a Municipal Court pro se kit available ); Applying for an expungement of a criminal record ( How to Expunge Your Criminal and/or Juvenile Record pro se kit available ); and Applying for recovery court,   Jessica Spate, Criminal Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60212, Office, Telephone, Criminal Trials, 201-748-4400  ext. 60160, Pretrial Services, 201-748-4400  ext. 60010, CJP, 201-748-4400  ext. 66717, Recovery Court, 201-748-4400 ext. 60180, Customer Service/Records Requests, 201-748-4400  ext. 60170, Family Division, Family Court is responsible to hear all actions in which the principal claim is unique to and arises out of a family or family type relationship. Family Court has jurisdiction over matters involving divorce, child support, paternity, custody, parenting time, domestic violence, juvenile delinquency, family crisis, foster care placement, kinship legal guardianship, abuse and neglect, termination of parental rights and adoption., Makeeya Smith, Family Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60569    , Office, Telephone, Matrimonial, 201-748-4400  ext. 60880, Domestic Violence, 201-748-4400  ext. 60830, Non-dissolution-Intake, 201-748-4400  ext. 60860, Non-dissolution-Case Management, 201-748-4400  ext. 60820, Juvenile, 201-748-4400  ext. 60850, Children in Court, 201-748-4400  ext. 60840, Finance Division, The Division of Finance manages all aspects of the Court's financial operations including the collection of fines, restitution, child support, bail and fees which are due to government agencies and individuals., Finance, 201-748-4400 ext. 60534   Erica Spann, Finance Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60197  , Office, Telephone, Payment Inquiries, 201-748-4400  ext. 60620, Human Resources Division, The , Division of Human Resources,  is responsible for a variety of programs and services for employees and applicants. The division administers all Human Resources related functions for the New Jersey Superior Court in each vicinage. The division is responsible for personnel management, labor and employee relations, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action, training, payroll, health benefits, administration and volunteer programs. The Superior Court employs individuals in a wide variety of types of positions. We have career opportunities for individuals in direct court services functions (i.e., Probation Officers, Criminal, Family and Civil case management, support staff, etc.) and in support services functions (i.e., Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, Purchasing, etc.). Careers in the NJ Courts See employment opportunities ., Human Resources, 201-748-4400 ext. 60570   Myrna Fenton-Louis, Human Resources Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60570, IT Division, John Cutrona, IT Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 62034, Jury Division, Call the jury management office if you have questions about your jury service. Raquel Ortiz, Jury Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60560, Municipal Division, Municipal courts have jurisdiction over various matters, including motor vehicle and traffic violations, ordinance violations, disorderly and petty disorderly persons offenses and certain penalty enforcement actions, such as fish and game violations. The municipal courts also play a vital role in the indictable charges that ultimately end up in Superior Court. These charges are filed first in the municipal court, where a determination of probable cause is made, conditions of pretrial release are set, and preliminary arraignments are held. The complaints are then forwarded to the county prosecutor’s office for possible grand jury action. Many indictable charges are downgraded to disorderly persons offenses and are heard in the municipal court. Municipal courts have very limited juvenile jurisdiction such as jurisdiction to handle motor vehicle complaints involving minors and curfew violations. In addition to assessing fines and revoking various privileges, municipal court judges may imprison defendants for up to six months. There are no jury trials in municipal court. Questions or comments concerning court operations in any of the municipal courts may be directed to the attention of the Municipal Division Manager or visit the Municipal Court Services Municipal Court within the Superior Court of New Jersey  page. , Municipal, 201-748-4400 ext. 60550   Jennifer Piizzi, Municipal Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60550, Operations Division, Michele Mora, Operations Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60759, Office, Telephone, Jury Management, 201-748-4400 ext. 60560, Transcripts, 201-748-4400  ext. 66630, Probation Division, The Probation Division, as part of the Judiciary, plays a vital role in accomplishing the mission of the Court. The role of Probation Division is to promote the welfare and safety of children, families and communities in New Jersey by enforcing court orders, supervising offenders, monitoring behavior, and intervening to produce positive outcomes., Probation, 201-748-4400 ext. 60190   Kimberly Mack, Probation Division Manager 201-748-4400 ext. 60397, Office, Telephone, Juvenile Probation, 201-748-4400  ext. 60210
  • Jury Management Office Contact List, If you are calling about jury service, be prepared to provide your name, and the 10-digit participant ID number shown under the bar code on your juror summons. That information will allow Jury Management Office staff to answer your questions more quickly and efficiently. Before contacting the jury management, please refer to the summons to identify which county jury management office should be contacted for assistance. For , State Grand Jury, matters in Trenton only, please contact the jury staff at 609-571-4497 or email  sgjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov . Name Address Contact Atlantic Feliciano, Geovanny Jury Manager -Atlantic Atlantic City Atlantic Atlantic County Civil Courts Building 1201 Bacharach Blvd. Floor 1 Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47930 atljuryac.mbx@njcourts.gov Atlantic Headley, Janice Jury Manager-Mays Landing Atlantic Mays Landing Criminal Court Complex 4997 Unami Blvd. Floor 1 Mays Landing, New Jersey 08330 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47940 Atljury.mbx@njcourts.gov Bergen Figueroa, Lourdes Jury Manager Bergen Bergen County Justice Center 10 Main Street Floor 5 Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Phone: 201-221-0700 ext. 25090 Berjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Burlington Wilson, Lisa Jury Manager Burlington Courts Facility 49 Rancocas Road Floor 5 Mount Holly, New Jersey 08060 Phone: 609-288-9500 ext. 38031 Burjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Camden Matlock, Lashonna Jury Manager Camden Camden County Hall of Justice 101 South 5th Street Floor Lower Level Camden, New Jersey 08103 Phone: 856-650-9085 Camjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Cape May Feliciano, Geovanny Jury Manager - Cape May Cape May Cape May County Courthouse 9 North Main Street Floor 1 Cape May Court House, New Jersey 08210 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47950 Cpmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Cumberland Demarzio, Joseph Jury Manager - Cumberland Cumberland Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Floor 2 Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 Cumjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Essex Brooks, Rachel Jury Manager Essex Essex County Veterans Courthouse 50 West Market Street Floor 8 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: 973-776-9300 ext. 56887 Esx-jury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Gloucester Cline, Ashley Jury Manager - Gloucester Gloucester Gloucester County Justice Complex 70 Hunter Street Floor 1 Woodbury, New Jersey 08096 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 Glojury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Hudson Ortiz, Raquel Jury Manager Hudson Hudson County Administration Bldg 595 Newark Avenue Floor 4 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 Phone: 201-748-4400 ext. 60560 Hudjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Hunterdon Guinan, Amy Jury Manager - Hunterdon Hunterdon Hunterdon County Justice Center 65 Park Avenue Floor 1 Flemington, New Jersey 08822 Phone: 908-824-9750 ext. 13030 Hntjury.Mbx@njcourts.gov Mercer Seidl, Dale Jury Manager Mercer Mercer County Civil Courthouse 175 South Broad Street Floor 2 Trenton, New Jersey 08650-0068 Phone: 609-571-4200 ext. 74375 Merjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Middlesex Seide, Vanessa Jury Manager Middlesex Middlesex County Courthouse 56 Paterson Street Floor 1 New Brunswick, New Jersey 08903-0964 Phone: 732-645-4300 ext. 88630 Midjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Monmouth D'Annunzio, Francesca Jury Manager Monmouth Monmouth County Courthouse 71 Monument Street Floor 1 Freehold, New Jersey 07728 Phone: 732-358-8700 ext. 87075 Monjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Morris Perez, Elvin Jury Manager - Morris Morris Morris County Courthouse Washington and Court Streets Morristown, New Jersey 07960-0910 Phone: 862-397-5700 ext. 75060 Mrsjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Ocean Petraccoro, Bryce Jury Manager -Ocean Ocean Ocean County Courthouse 100 Hooper Avenue Floor 2 Toms River, New Jersey 08754 Phone: 732-504-0633 Ocnjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Passaic Caltagirone, Stacey Jury Manager Passaic Passaic County Admin Building 401 Grand Street Suite/Room 325, Floor 3rd Floor Paterson, New Jersey 07505 Phone: 973-653-2980 Pasjurymgmt.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Salem Holmes, Diane Jury Manager - Salem Salem Salem County Courthouse 92 Market Street Floor Lower Level Salem, New Jersey 08079 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 Slmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Somerset Grasso-Pulaski, Lia Jury Manager - Somerset Somerset Somerset County Courthouse 20 North Bridge Street Floor 2 Somerville, New Jersey 08876 Phone: 908-332-7700 ext. 13025 Somjury.mbx@njcourts.gov Sussex Sousa, Alexander Jury Manager-Sussex Sussex Sussex County Judicial Center 43-47 High Street Newton, New Jersey 07860 Phone: 862-397-5700 ext. 75080 SSXJury.mbx@njcourts.gov Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 22 items
  • AOC Contact Directory, Name Address Contact Administrative Director Blee, Michael J. Acting Administrative Director Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 55033 Administrative Director Bonville, Steven Chief of Staff Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 55005 Administrative Director Nadler, Meryl Counsel to the Administrative Director Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52400 Fax: 609-376-3035 Administrative Director Hopson, Tonya Chief, Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Officer Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2915 Administrative Director LewisKnightly, Christine Chief, Judicial Education & Performance Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 54951 Fax: 609-292-8233 Communications and Community Relations McAleer, Peter Director, Communications and Community Relations Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2910 Fax: 609-394-0182 Communications and Community Relations Mathis, Mike Manager, Publications and Automated Forms and Translations Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52352 Communications and Community Relations Ravenelle, Vannessa Chief, Litigant Services and Outreach Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52363 Communications and Community Relations Burke, Lisa Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement Program Officer Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52364 Communications and Community Relations Spoto, MaryAnn Manager, Communications Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52350 Information Technology Kattalai, Laks Chief Information Officer Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 984 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 38343 Fax: 609-633-8114 Management and Administrative Services McManus, Todd Director, Management and Administrative Services Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 985 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2728 Management and Administrative Services Frage, Valerie Assistant Director, Finance Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 985 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2908 Management and Administrative Services Morris, Jennifer Assistant Director, Support Services Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 985 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 58021 Management and Administrative Services Berliner-Gold, Rhonda Chief, Human Resources Labor and Employee Relations Section Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 966 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 54804 Management and Administrative Services Konathappally, Jack Chief, Human Resources Placement and Classification Section Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 966 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 54802 Management and Administrative Services Vaingankar, Anita Chief, Payroll and Benefits Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 966 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 54836 Management and Administrative Services Juillet, Melodia Human Resources, Law Clerk Services Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 989 Trenton, New Jersey Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 54814 Probation Services Ashbridge, Larry Director, Probation Division Administrative Office of the Courts Office of Probation Services 171 Jersey Street Bldg 6 & 7 Trenton, New Jersey 08611 Phone: 609-815-3810 ext. 16305 Fax: 609-777-3100 Probation Services Dickerson, Harriett Assistant Director, Probation Division Administrative Office of the Courts Office of Probation Services 171 Jersey Street Bldg 6 & 7 Trenton, New Jersey 08611 Phone: 609-815-3810 Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 39 items
  • Family Division Presiding Judges, Name Address Contact Atlantic/Cape May Cunningham, Rodney Family Presiding Judge Atlantic/Cape May Atlantic County Civil Courts Building 1201 Bacharach Blvd. Floor 2 Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47970 Fax: 609-826-7047 Bergen Gallina Mecca, Jane Family Presiding Judge Bergen Bergen County Justice Center 10 Main Street Suite/Room 336, Floor 3 Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Phone: 201-221-0700 ext. 25291 Fax: 201-221-0606 Burlington Hoffman, Edward W. Family Presiding Judge Burlington Burlington County Court Facility 49 Rancocas Road Floor 5 Mount Holly, New Jersey 08060 Phone: 609-288-9500 ext. 38808 Fax: 609-376-0003 Camden Eynon, Linda W. Family Presiding Judge Camden Camden County Hall of Justice 101 South 5th Street Floor 6 Camden, New Jersey 08103 Phone: 856-650-9100 ext. 43950 Fax: 856-379-2451 Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Kramer, Mary Beth Family Presiding Judge Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Gloucester County Justice Complex 70 Hunter Street Floor 2 Woodbury, New Jersey 08096 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 15592 Fax: 856-686-7521 Essex Zunic, John Family Judge Essex Essex County Wynona Lipman Family Courthouse 350 University Avenue Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: 973-776-9300 ext. 69528 Fax: 973-424-2470 Hudson Schillari Rich, Tara Family Presiding Judge Hudson Hudson County Administration Bldg 595 Newark Avenue Suite/Room 202, Floor 2 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 Phone: 201-748-4400 ext. 60790 Fax: 201-748-4403 Mercer Thompson, Rodney Presiding Judge Mercer Mercer County Civil Courthouse 175 South Broad Street Floor Ground Trenton, New Jersey 08650-0068 Phone: 609-571-4200 ext. 74880 Fax: 609-376-0833 Middlesex Brown, Daniel H. Family Presiding Judge Middlesex Middlesex County Family Courthouse PO Box 2691 New Brunswick, New Jersey Phone: 732-645-4300 ext. 88704 Monmouth Kurmin-English, Robin Family Presiding Judge Monmouth Monmouth County Courthouse PO Box 1266 Freehold, New Jersey Phone: 732-358-8700 ext. 87531 Morris/Sussex McMann, Marcy Family Presiding Judge Morris/Sussex Morris County Courthouse PO Box 910 Morristown, New Jersey Phone: 862-397-5700 ext. 75470 Fax: 973-424-6808/862-397-6808 Ocean Einbinder, Madelin F. Family Presiding Judge Ocean Ocean County Justice Complex PO Box 2191 Toms River, New Jersey Phone: 732-504-0700 ext. 64220 Fax: 732-929-4716 Passaic Adrianzen, Yolanda Family Presiding Judge Passaic Passaic County Admin Building 401 Grand Street Suite/Room 917, Floor 9 Paterson, New Jersey 07505 Phone: 973-653-2910 ext. 24510 Fax: 973-424-6864 Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Burke, III, John J. Family Presiding Judge Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Somerset County Courthouse 20 North Bridge Street Floor 4 Somerville, New Jersey 08876 Phone: 908-750-8100 ext. 13180 Fax: 908-332-7686 Union Brown, Marc R. Family Presiding Judge Union Union Family Courthouse 2 Cherry Street Floor 3 Rotunda Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 Phone: 908-787-1650 ext. 21790 Fax: 908-659-3073 Showing 1 to 15 of 15 items
  • Approved Trust Account Banks, New Jersey attorneys must keep their trust accounts in approved banks.  Below is a current listing of banks in New Jersey who are approved by the Court to accept attorney trust funds.  The list of approved banks is updated often.  Attorneys having any questions about a specific bank not shown below may call the , OAE, at 609-403-7800  ., Bank Name (A-F), Bank Name (F-O), Bank Name (P-W), ABACUS FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ELMER (THE) PARKE BANK ALMA BANK FIRSTRUST SAVINGS BANK (D/B/A FIRSTRUST BANK) PCB BANK AMBOY BANK FIVE RIVERS BANK PEAPACK PRIVATE BANK & TRUST AMERICAN HERITAGE CREDIT UNION FLAGSTAR BANK, N.A. PENNSVILLE NATIONAL BANK APPLE BANK FRANKLIN BANK PEOPLES SECURITY BANK & TRUST ASCENDIA BANK FREEDOM BANK PNC BANK, N.A. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. FULTON BANK, N.A. PONCE BANK BANK OF HOPE GSL SAVINGS BANK POPULAR BANK BANK OF PRINCETON (THE) HANA BANK USA, N.A. PROVIDENT BANK (THE) BCB COMMUNITY BANK HANOVER BANK ROYAL BUSINESS BANK BLUE FOUNDRY BANK HAVEN SAVINGS BANK SANTANDER BANK BOGOTA SAVINGS BANK HSBC BANK USA, N.A. SCHUYLER SAVINGS BANK CAPITAL ONE, N.A. INDUSTRIAL BANK SHINHAN BANK AMERICA CENTURY SAVINGS BANK ION BANK SOMERSET REGAL BANK CITIBANK, N.A. ISRAEL DISCOUNT BANK OF NEW YORK (IDB BANK) SPENCER SAVINGS BANK CITIZENS BANK J.P. MORGAN CHASE BANK STURDY SAVINGS BANK COLONIAL COMMUNITY BANK KEARNY BANK TD BANK, N.A. COLUMBIA BANK LIBERTY BANK OF NEW JERSEY TRUIST BANK CONNECTONE BANK LINKBANK (FORMERLY LIBERTY BELL BANK) TRUSTCO BANK CREST SAVINGS BANK M & T BANK UKRAINIAN NATIONAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CROSS RIVER BANK MAGYAR BANK UNION COUNTY SAVINGS BANK CROWN BANK MANASQUAN BANK UNITED ROOSEVELT SAVINGS BANK CTBC BANK CORP (USA) METRO CITY BANK UNITY BANK CUSTOMERS BANK MID PENN BANK UNIVEST BANK & TRUST COMPANY DIME COMMUNITY BANK MILLVILLE SAVINGS BANK VALLEY BANK ESQUIRE BANK, N.A. MONROE SAVINGS BANK WEBSTER BANK, N.A. FIRST BANK NEW MILLENNIUM BANK WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. FIRST CITIZENS COMMUNITY BANK NEWBANK WILLIAM PENN BANK FIRST COMMERCE BANK NEWFIELD NATIONAL BANK WOORI AMERICA BANK FIRST COMMONWEALTH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION NORTHFIELD BANK WSFS BANK FIRST FEDERAL BANK NVE BANK   FIRST HOPE BANK, N.A. OCEANFIRST BANK, N.A.   FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ABSECON    , Revised Feb. 4, 2026, * BANK REMAINS APPROVED BUT IS DELINQUENT IN SUBMITTING THEIR RENEWAL OF THE TRUST OVERDRAFT NOTIFICATION AGREEMENT REQUIRED BY THEOFFICE OF ATTORNEY ETHICS IN 2024.
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  • Pro Bono,   "Pro bono work is vital to our court system. One of the most cherished protections citizens have is the constitutional right to be represented by counsel."  - Chief Justice Stuart Rabner  , On This Page, Body, Pro Bono Training Resources, Your assigned pro bono case might involve an unfamiliar area of the law. To help you fulfill your pro bono requirements, New Jersey Courts provides comprehensive training materials. The, Closing the Justice Gap video, provides an overview of this important mandate. Pro Bono FAQs, Visit our FAQ, for answers to essential questions.  The defending a Defending a Domestic Violence Contempt Case Manual domestic violence contempt case manual provides detailed information for this case type. You can also Defending a Domestic Violence Contempt Case Video watch the video to understand the ins and outs of DV contempt cases.  For municipal court appeals, Municipal Court Appeals Pro Bono Training Manual access the training manual . Watch the Municipal Court Appeals Training Video municipal court appeals training video for additional information.  Although not assigned through the Madden list, the manual for Representing a Birth Parent in a Private Contested Adoption Case Manual Representing a Birth Parent in a Private Contested Adoption Case Manual also is available.  These materials are updated periodically. Attorneys assigned pro bono cases are expected to conduct their own research on relevant issues and the most current case law. For additional questions, email ProBono.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Pro Bono Contact Information, Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator Contact List View the Statewide Pro Bono Coordinator Contact List ., Exemptions for Other Pro Bono Service, Attorneys who certify they have performed at least 25 hours of voluntary qualifying pro bono service in New Jersey are exempt from taking Madden v. Delran cases in the following year ( 1:21-12-Madden-Exemption Based on Voluntary Qualifying Pro Bono Service Rule 1:21-12 ). Organizations that provide qualifying service are listed in the NJ Pro Bono Organizations Portal pro bono organizations portal . Retired attorneys who had a plenary New Jersey bar admission are permitted to provide pro bono legal services through authorized legal services organizations. A retired attorney who certifies to the Supreme Court that the only aspect of the attorney’s participation in legal practice is by providing qualifying pro bono service as defined by 1:21-11-Definitions and Certifications Regarding Pro Bono Practice Rule 1:21-11  may do so pursuant to that rule. See the Retired Attorneys – Permission to Provide Pro Bono Services; Exemptions from Annual Assessment Fee and Continuing Legal Education Requirements – Amendments to Rule 1:28-2 and CLE Reg. 202:1 Dec. 10, 2020 notice to the bar for details. Attorneys who provide at least 25 hours of court-appointed adult guardianship services can be exempt from Madden assignments. See the Notice and Order – Guardianships of Incapacitated Adults – Exemption from Madden Requirements for Attorneys Who Provide Pro Bono Services in Adult Guardianship Matters; Relaxation of Rule 1:21-12 March 4, 2021 notice to the bar and the March 1, 2021 Supreme Court order for details. Attorneys seeking this exemption must submit a completed Attorney Pro Bono Certification Form Attorney Certification in support of hours performed in adult guardianship matters .  Attorneys may also receive an exemption by providing at least 25 volunteer pro bono hours of service in certain landlord tenant matters. See the Notice and Order – Landlord/Tenant – Exemption from Madden Requirements for Attorneys Providing Pro Bono Representation in Residential Eviction Actions; Relaxation of Rule 1:21-12 October 20, 2020 notice to the bar and appended Supreme Court order for details. Attorneys seeking this exemption must submit a Attorney Pro Bono Certification Form Attorney Certification in support of rule 1:21-11 pro bono hours: landlord tenant . All certification forms can be filed electronically and submitted via email to  ProBono.Mailbox@njcourts.gov Attorneys could be exempt from taking Madden v. Delran cases for other reasons, such as retirement. See the Memo - 2021 Pro Bono Exemption Categories 2026 Exemptions from Pro Bono Counsel Assignment ., Qualifying Pro Bono Service Organizations, Certified pro bono service providers can be found in the Pro Bono Organizations Portal Pro Bono Organizations Portal . Pro bono organizations seeking to become certified must apply. Certification applications can be submitted at any time during the year. 1:21-11-Definitions and Certifications Regarding Pro Bono Practice Rule 1:21-11 . Follow instructions in the portal to apply.  For questions, email ProBono.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Pro Bono Requirements in New Jersey Attorneys, The New Jersey bar performs pro bono work for indigent litigants in cases where the legislature has made no provision for a public defender. Because this responsibility was reaffirmed by the Supreme Court in Madden v. Delran, 126 NJ 591 (1992) Madden v. Delran, 126 NJ 591 (1992) , these cases are sometimes referred to as Madden cases.  All attorneys must report their compliance with pro bono requirements during the Annual Attorney Registration and Payment online registration process each year. They also must ensure that their contact information remains correct in the system. Attorneys are assigned pro bono cases through the Administrative Office of the Courts. The court’s computer system maintains an alphabetical list of attorneys eligible for a pro bono assignment in each county. Attorneys selected for a pro bono assignment are then  moved to the bottom of the list. This prevents them getting more pro bono assignments than are required. , Frequently Asked Questions, I am a mediator, and or, arbitrator am I exempt from pro bono? No. The Advisory Committee on Professional Ethics and the Committee on Attorney Advertising consider attorneys serving as third-party neutrals, such as mediators and arbitrators, as engaging in the practice of law. I am an attorney, admitted in New Jersey, but I practice law and have a bono fide office in another state. I do not practice law in New Jersey. Am I required to do pro bono cases? No, you are exempt from mandatory pro bono. You should request exemption code 90 on the annual pro bono questionnaire that is part of the online annual attorney registration. I am completely retired from the practice of law. Am I required to do pro bono cases? No, you are exempt from mandatory pro bono. You should request exemption code 86 on the annual pro bono questionnaire that is part of the online annual attorney registration. I am a retired municipal court judge, am I exempt from pro bono assignments? No. Exemption code 82 identifies retired judges as Supreme Court Justices, Superior Court and Tax Court Judges, Federal Court Judges, Workers’ Compensation Judges and Administrative Law Judges. Only these judges are exempt after retirement. I am an attorney who practices law by being placed by a temporary employment agency in law firms or corporations. Am I eligible to claim an exemption from pro bono? No. The Supreme Court has determined that attorneys who practice law through temporary employment agencies are eligible to receive pro bono assignments. However, the Court has further determined that an assignment should only be made during a time that these attorneys are actively practicing law in New Jersey. Why are New Jersey attorneys required to represent indigent defendants for free when assigned those cases by the court? In Madden v. Delran, 126 N.J. 591 (1992) Madden v. Delran , 126 N.J. 591 (1992) , the Supreme Court reaffirmed the bar's duty to represent indigent defendants without pay where the Legislature has made no provision for the Public Defender to represent defendants who are entitled to counsel. The Court recognized that it was placing a burden on the bar that should be more generally shared by the public at large. The Court said: "We realize it is the bar that is bearing the burden . . . . We trust the bar understands the strong policy considerations that have persuaded us. As has so often been the case, it is the bar that makes the system work, often without compensation." 126 N.J. at 614. I am an attorney and would like to complete my annual attorney registration on-line. Where can I get information? You may go to: Attorney Registration Instructions Annual Attorney Registration .  I am an out of state attorney who is admitted in NJ, and recently claimed exemption code 90. Am I still exempt from pro bono under exemption code 90 if I do volunteer legal work in NJ? No. You are not eligible for exemption code 90 if you are practicing law in New Jersey even on a volunteer basis. However, if you volunteer 25 hours of pro bono service for one of the approved organizations, you are exempt under exemption code 88 in the following year. I recently lost my job with a law firm and have not yet found another law job. Am I required to do pro bono cases? No, while you are not practicing law you are exempt from mandatory pro bono. You should request exemption code 86 on the annual pro bono questionnaire that is part of the online annual attorney registration. When you obtain new legal employment, you are required to update your online attorney registration. I am an attorney admitted into practice for 50 years or more. I am granted an exemption from payment from New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection. Am I required to do pro bono work? No. If you have an exemption from payment for 50 years or more you are also exempt from pro bono. There is no exemption code number to fill in on the pro bono section of the card; it is automatic. Can an attorney with bona fide offices in both NJ and PA donate legal services to a domestic violence prevention program in Philadelphia and use that volunteer work to claim exemption from the New Jersey pro bono requirement? No. Under exemption code 88, an attorney may claim an exemption if he or she can certify that he or she has performed at least twenty-five (25) hours of pro bono services for domestic violence service providers. However, the volunteer work must be done in New Jersey in order to claim the exemption. How are attorneys chosen for pro bono assignment? Pro bono cases are assigned from a computer list each county maintains of all the attorneys eligible for pro bono assignment in that county. Cases are assigned strictly in order of the list. At the top of the list are attorneys who have had no pro bono assignments, in alphabetical order. I am having trouble with the on-line attorney registration system, who do I contact for help? 855-533-3863 , or  CPF.mailbox@judiciary.state.nj.us I am an in-house counsel for an out-of-state corporation and my office is also out-of-state. But the corporation does have stores in New Jersey. Am I eligible to claim an exemption from pro bono? Yes. The Supreme Court has determined that attorneys in this situation are eligible to claim exemption code 90, because they are not practicing law in New Jersey, in any capacity. I am an attorney, admitted in New Jersey and I am employed as an in-house counsel with my primary office in New Jersey. I do not engage in private practice. Am I required to do pro bono cases? Yes. The Supreme Court has determined that attorneys who are in-house counsel with offices in New Jersey and who are in good standing are eligible to receive pro bono assignments, because their work constitutes practicing law. I am active military service and exempt from payment from Lawyer’s Fund for Protection. Am I required to do pro bono work? No. If you have an exemption from payment from Lawyers’ Fund for Protection and have completed its form, you are also exempt from pro bono assignments. There is no exemption code number to fill in on the pro bono section of the card; it is automatic. What if the assigned attorney has no previous experience in the type of case he or she is assigned for pro bono? The Supreme Court addressed this issue in Madden v. Delran , 126 N.J. at 607-08. It recognized that frequently attorneys who have no experience in the substantive area of the law involved in the pro bono case will be called upon. As the Court said: “Real estate attorneys, corporate counsel, experts in commercial leases, all have been assigned to represent indigent defendants charged with simple assault, driving while intoxicated; all were required not only to learn how to defend those cases but to find out where the courthouse is.” 126 N.J. at 607. If, however, the trial judge is convinced that the assigned counsel will provide ineffective assistance of counsel, the judge should direct the assigned counsel to obtain a substitute. 126 N.J. at 608. How many hours of pro bono service a year must an attorney provide? Attorneys are not required to do a certain number of hours per year. Rather, attorneys are required to complete an assigned pro bono case, no matter how many hours that may require. Further, there is no requirement that an attorney complete a certain number of pro bono cases a year. Attorneys are called upon whenever their name reaches the top of the list. For example, depending on the county, an attorney may be required to complete two cases a year or one case every two years. Are free transcripts provided for pro bono cases?, Yes. For Appeals to the Appellate Division, see, Rule 2:5-3 Preparation and Filing of Transcript; Statement of Proceedings; Prescribed Transcript Request Form, R .2:5-3, (d):, “If the appellant is indigent and is entitled to have a transcript of the proceedings below furnished without charge for use on appeal, either the trial or the appellate court on application, may order the transcript prepared at public expense.”  , For Municipal Court Appeals to the Law Division, see, R.3:23-8 - Hearing on Appeal, R .3:23-8, (a)(3) (emphasis added):, “If the appellant, upon application to the court appealed to, is found to be indigent, the court may order the transcript of the proceedings below furnished at the, county’s expense, if the appeal involves, violation of a statute, and at the, municipality’s expense, if the appeal involves, violation of an ordinance, .” I am an attorney with a bona fide office in another state, but will occasionally appear in the Federal court system in New Jersey. I have no cases in the New Jersey State courts. Am I eligible for an exemption from pro bono under exemption code 90? Yes. Practicing in a Federal court in New Jersey does not count as practicing in New Jersey, since Federal courts are a separate jurisdiction. I am an attorney who maintains a bona fide law office in New Jersey. However, I have not represented a private client out of that office for more than a year. Am I required to do pro bono cases? Yes. The Supreme Court has determined that any attorney who maintains a bona fide law office in New Jersey, regardless of the amount of activity out of that office, is eligible to receive assignments. I am a stay at home mom and only work part-time on occasional real estate transactions, or wills, and such; am I required to do pro bono work? Yes. If you are a licensed attorney in New Jersey and perform occasional attorney transactions you are still required to do pro bono. I do not have malpractice insurance. Am I required to do pro bono cases? Yes. The Supreme Court has determined that having malpractice insurance is not a prerequisite for handling Madden pro bono assignments. In fact, there is no requirement that any practicing attorney maintain malpractice insurance. Must all New Jersey attorneys complete pro bono assignments? No, certain attorneys, such as most full-time government attorneys, are exempt from mandatory pro bono service. Each year, the director of the Administrative Office of the Courts issues a list of all the categories of attorneys who are exempt. To be exempt, the attorney must request the exemption on the annual pro bono questionnaire which is part of the online annual attorney registration., If an attorney fails to request an exemption on the pro bono questionnaire, he or she will be assigned a case when his or her name rises to the top of the list., I am a limited license attorney, under R. 1:27-2, who works for a corporation. Am I required to do Madden pro bono cases? No. These circumstances do not require you to take a pro bono assignment. I am an attorney who has worked 25 hours during the past year for various programs listed under category #88. I have worked 15 hours for one of the programs and 10 hours for another. Am I eligible to claim an exemption from pro bono? Yes. The 25-hour requirement is not tied directly to service for one program. If the attorney volunteers 25 hours for any one program or for a combination of programs listed under category #88, then the attorney is eligible to claim an exemption. I am an attorney who occasionally works for a local law firm. I am not formally affiliated with that firm, but only work on an as needed basis. Am I eligible to claim an exemption from pro bono? No. The Supreme Court has determined that attorneys who work on a per diem basis are eligible to receive pro bono assignments. However, the Court has further determined that an assignment should only be made during a time that these attorneys are actively practicing law in New Jersey.
  • Public Bidding Opportunities, Thank you for your interest in bidding opportunities with the New Jersey Judiciary.   This site serves as a central hub for businesses and organizations to discover and compete for various procurement opportunities offered by the New Jersey Judiciary. The New Jersey Judiciary seeks goods and services through a Request for Quotation (RFQ). Each RFQ outlines the specific requirements and documentation., Minimum Required Registration and Certification for Any Contractors Doing Business with the State of New Jersey Judiciary., NJSTART:  Bidder Profile Online Registration – Required with Quotation Submission., The Bidder shall review and fully complete their business profile in Treasury’s NJSTART database at http://www.njstart.gov/ www.njstart.gov .  Treasury provides several Vendor Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) to walk you through registering your business, editing profile information, and maintaining categories and certifications. Please visit the NJSTART Vendor Support Page at https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/purchase/vendor.shtml NJ Division of Purchase and Property (state.nj.us) for additional guidance and helpful videos.  If you have questions or need additional assistance, please email njstart@treas.nj.gov njstart@treas.nj.gov ., Affirmative Action (AA/EEO Certificate), The contractor must have a valid Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Certificate or Federal Letter of Approval verifying it is operating under a federally approved or sanctioned Affirmative Action program. Pursuant to New Jersey procurement laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies issued by New Jersey Division of Purchase and Property, all contractors doing business with the State of New Jersey are required to have an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Certificate (EEO certificate). The EEO certificate requirement is necessary to ensure compliance with state statutes and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. Reference, State Statute N.J.S.A. 10:5-34 and Administrative Code N.J.A.C 17-27-et Seq. Information, instruction, and the application are available at https://www.nj.gov/treasury/contract_compliance/ NJ Department of the Treasury Contract Compliance.  Register online https://wwwdnet-tre.nj.gov/TYR_CentralFormsRepository/ HERE . Registration requires an Affirmative Action Employee Information Report (Form AA302) and $150 payment to Treasury.   The Certificate of Employee Information Report is valid for seven years for businesses less than 50 employees or three years for businesses with more than 50 employees.   , Conference Facility Rental and Related Services, All times indicated are EST (Eastern Standard Time), Solicitation Date, RFQ #, RFQ Title, Event Date, Questions Due Date, Submission Due Date, 06/11/2025 WAIVE-CONF-2628 Conference Facility Rental and Related Services, Judiciary Optional Pre-Quote Conference 06/16/2025 at 2 p.m. *See Section 2.1 for invite request instructions. 06/24/2025 11 a.m. 08/25/2025  11 a.m. 02/03/2026 JUDAOC-26-16 2026 Family and Domestic Violence Education Conference March 23-24, 2026 (Set-up March 22, 2026) 02/06/2026 11:00 a.m. 02/12/2026 11 a.m. 02/12/2026 JUDAOC-26-17 2026 General Equity and Civil Education Conference (To Be Awarded with JUDAOC-26-18 and Held at Same Venue) April 27-28, 2026 (Set-up April 26, 2026) 02/17/2026 11:00 a.m. 02/26/2026 11 a.m. 02/12/2026 JUDAOC-26-18 2026 Criminal Division Education Conference (To Be Awarded with JUDAOC-26-17 and Held at Same Venue) April 29-30, 2026 (Set-up April 28, 2026) 02/17/2026 11:00 a.m. 02/26/2026 11 a.m., WAIVE-CONF-2628– Conference Facility Rental and Related Services, Judiciary, Purpose and Intent:, The purpose of this RFQ is to solicit and award multiple responsive Bidder(s) for conference facility rental and related services to accommodate Judiciary events. The events shall be conducted throughout the year and may require, but not be limited to: meeting space rental, lodging, meals, and audio-visual services. This RFQ is your opportunity to be included on the preferred vendor list for Judiciary events for the next 3 years, with the possibility of a 2-year extension.  Vendors selected through this process will receive priority consideration for all Judiciary event needs, as they will be the venues and service providers we actively solicit for event requests during the contract term.  , Key Dates:, Optional Pre-Quote Conference – June 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. Questions Due Date – June 24, 2025, at 11 a.m. Bid Submission Date – Aug. 25, 2025, at 11 a.m., Attachments:, RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 5 Submission Date Extension RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 5 Submission Date Extension UPDATED RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Amendment 5 UPDATED RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Amendment 5 RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 4 Additional Terms RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 4 Additional Terms RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 3 Bid Extension RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 3 Bid Extension Waiver and DPA Contract Checklist (Attachment 1) UPDATED Waiver and DPA Contract Checklist Conference Checklist (Attachment 2) UPDATED Conference Checklist Conference Questionnaire (Attachment 3) UPDATED Conference Questionnaire Conference Price Sheet Sample (Attachment 4) Conference Price Sheet Sample Sample Menu (Attachment 5) Sample Menu Pre-Quote Conference Slides RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 1 Question and Answer RFQ WAIVE-CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 1 Question and Answer RFQ WAIVE CONF-2628 Bid Amendment 2 Updated State Terms and Conditions State of New Jersey Combined Standard Terms and Conditions (Revised June 3, 2025) Amendment 2, JUDAOC-26-16 – 2026 Family and Domestic Violence Education Conference, Purpose and Intent:, The purpose of this RFQ is to solicit and award a sole responsive Bidder for conference facility rental and related services in New Jersey for the 2026 Family and Domestic Violence Education Conference for up to 375 attendees. The event date is March 23-24, 2026 (SET-UP March 22, 2026). This date is firm, and no alternate dates shall be considered.  , Key Dates:, Questions Due Date – February 6, 2026, at 11:00 am Bid Submission Date – February 12, 2026, at 11:00 am Attachments: RFQ JUDAOC-26-16 Bid Amendment 1 Question and Answer UPDATED JUDAOC-26-16 Judiciary Price Sheet RFQ JUDAOC-26-16 2026 Family and Domestic Violence Education Conference Conference Checklist Attachment 1 Conference Questionnaire Attachment 2 Sample Menu Attachment 4 Draft Agenda Attachment 5, JUDAOC-26-17 – 2026 General Equity and Civil Education Conference, Purpose and Intent:, The purpose of this RFQ is to solicit bids and award contracts for conference facility rental and related services in New Jersey for the 2026 General Equity and Civil Education Conference (April 27–28, 2026, with setup April 26, 2026) and, separately, the 2026 Criminal Division Education Conference (April 29–30, 2026, with setup April 28, 2026)—each for up to 250 attendees. Both conferences are to be held on consecutive dates at the same venue. , Bidders must submit separate bids for each conference., However, only venues capable of hosting both events will be considered for award; bids for venues unable to accommodate both conferences will not be eligible. Both bid submissions will be evaluated jointly to determine which venue will be awarded both conferences., Key Dates:, Questions Due Date – February 17, 2026, at 11:00 am Bid Submission Date – February 26, 2026, at 11:00 am, Attachments:, RFQ JUDAOC-26-17 2026 General Equity and Civil Education Conference Conference Checklist Attachment 1 Conference Questionnaire Attachment 2 JUDAOC-26-17 Judiciary Price Sheet Attachment 3 Sample Menu Attachment 4 Draft Agenda Attachment 5, JUDAOC-26-18 – 2026 Criminal Division Education Conference, Purpose and Intent:, The purpose of this RFQ is to solicit bids and award contracts for conference facility rental and related services in New Jersey for the 2026 Criminal Division Education Conference (April 29–30, 2026, with setup April 28, 2026) and, separately, the 2026 General Equity and Civil Education Conference (April 27–28, 2026, with setup April 26, 2026)—each for up to 250 attendees. Both conferences will be held on consecutive dates at the same venue. , Bidders are required to submit separate bids for each event., However, only venues capable of accommodating both conferences will be considered; bids from venues that cannot host both events will not be eligible for award. Both bid submissions will be evaluated together to determine which venue will be awarded both conferences., Key Dates:, Questions Due Date – February 17, 2026, at 11:00 am Bid Submission Date – February 26, 2026, at 11:00 am, Attachments:,  RFQ JUDAOC-26-18 2026 Criminal Division Education Conference Conference Checklist Attachment 1 Conference Questionnaire Attachment 2 JUDAOC-26-18 Judiciary Price Sheet Attachment 3 Sample Menu Attachment 4 Draft Agenda Attachment 5
  • Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection, On This Page, The Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection can help clients whose money was stolen by their New Jersey attorney, if that attorney has been suspended, or disbarred, or is in disability inactive status, or deceased. Download the Lawyers' Fund For Client Protection - brochure brochure for more information about the Fund., Submit a Claim Online, First-Time User   Returning User Please refer to this Lawyers' Fund Client Protection - Application Registration Guide LFCP Guide to properly register online if a first-time user., Submit a Claim Through Mail, To claim a refund for money your attorney has stolen, complete the Statement of Claims Form Statement of Claim form  ( Statement of Claims Instructions instructions ). Complete the Unearned Retainer Certification Unearned Retainer Certification form only if your attorney has been suspended or disbarred, or is in disability inactive status. This form also should be completed if the attorney has died. Complete the Authorization form so that the Fund can investigate your claim. Please mail the original and two (2) copies of these forms to the Fund at:  P.O. Box 961 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0961 Please also send copies of the forms to the County Prosecutor for the county in which your attorney practiced law and the Office of Attorney Ethics at P.O. Box 963 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0963 For questions, or for if you need help completing the forms, call  855-533-3863 Option 2. You can also read our frequently asked questions below., Claims Limits, The Fund can reimburse clients up to $400,000. If more than one client submits a claim against the same attorney, the maximum the fund can pay to cover all the claims is $1.5 million. The Fund cannot repay money lost because an attorney gave bad advice. It cannot repay money from losing a court case, a bad investment, a business decision, nor settle fee disputes., The Fund can return money paid to an attorney if no services were rendered in return. To do so:, There must be proof that that the client hired the attorney to represent them in a legal matter. There must be proof that the lawyer stole money which the lawyer was given or was holding in escrow., Ineligible and Reinstatement Lists, The following attorneys are administratively ineligible to practice law due to non-payment of required annual fees. Ineligible List as of 06/16/2025 Ineligible List as of 02/09/2026 Pro Hac Vice Ineligible List as of 06/16/20252025 Pro Hac Vice Ineligible List as of 02/09/2026 IHC Ineligible List as of 06/16/2025 IHC Ineligible List as of 02/09/2026 FIC Ineligible List as of 06/16/2025 FIC Ineligible List as of 02/09/2026 MJP Ineligible List as of 06/16/2025 MJP Ineligible List as of 02/09/2026 Reinstatement List Reinstatement List as of 02/11/2026, Quarterly Reports, Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Over $85,000 in 14 Claims Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 15:48 1/21/2026 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Nearly $315,000 in 11 Claims Thursday, October 2, 2025 - 14:37 10/2/2025 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Nearly $127,000 in 13 Claims Friday, July 25, 2025 - 15:09 7/25/2025 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Over $75,000 in 11 Claims Friday, May 2, 2025 - 15:09 5/2/2025, Deadline for Claims, Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces Fourth-Quarter Deadlines for Claims 2/4/2026 2/4/2026 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces Third-Quarter Deadlines for Claims 10/28/2025 10/28/2025 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces Second-Quarter Deadlines for Claims 7/21/2025 7/21/2025 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces First-Quarter Deadlines for Claims 5/30/2025 5/30/2025, History of the Fund, The New Jersey Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection is a committee of the New Jersey Supreme Court. The Fund also handles the payment and registration process for lawyers admitted to practice. Its operations are governed by Rule 1:28 - New Jersey Lawyers Fund For Client Protection Court Rule 1:28 . The state’s lawyers pay into the Fund each year. The Fund uses this money to reimburse clients who are victims of attorney theft. No tax dollars go to the Fund. The Fund was created in 1961 as a part of the New Jersey State Bar Association. In 1969, the Supreme Court took over operation of the Fund at the Bar’s request. It was called the Clients’ Security Fund until its name changed in 1991. The Fund has served as a national leader in restoring client funds on behalf of the legal profession., Succession Planning, New Jersey attorneys are encouraged to designate a successor attorney for their law practice or establish a formal succession plan in their event of death or disability. The attorney registration process now includes a "Designated Successor Attorney" module to support this planning. Attorneys can consult the Attorney Registration – Successor step-by-step instructions for guidance on how to add a successor attorney. For more information on succession planning, attorneys can watch a recording of the Succession Planning CLE Fund's 2024 Succession Planning CLE Course . (Please note that CLE credit will not be received for viewing the recording.)  For questions about success planning, please contact the Fund at 609-815-3030 , option 2. , Frequently Asked Questions, Who is a proper claimant? In order to be a proper claimant, a person must prove a theft of trust money as a result of an attorney/client relationship or fiduciary relationship with the respondent attorney. When can a claim be filed with the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? Under   New Jersey Lawyers Fund For Client Protection Rule 1:28   the Board of Trustees can only consider claims against an attorney who has been disciplined (suspended, disbarred, or disability inactive), or who is deceased. A claim can be filed with the Fund within one year of the date of first discipline or death. For good cause, the Trustees may, in their discretion, allow a claim to be filed out of time. Does the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection seek to recover payments from disciplined attorneys? Yes. The Fund takes an assignment of the claimants' rights against respondents and others who may be liable. It is the Trustees' policy to obtain judgment against all defalcating attorneys. The Fund vigorously pursues recovery from respondents, and from collateral sources where appropriate. Collateral sources are third parties liable by virtue of their relationship to the respondent or the nature of the misappropriation. Examples of collateral sources are fidelity bonds, title insurance, partners of a defalcating attorney and their malpractice carrier, and banks and insurance companies involved in forged endorsement cases. How do I petition the Supreme Court? Instructions for petitioning the Supreme Court are available from the Board of Bar Examiners .  What kinds of claims can be filed with the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? Claimants must show dishonest conduct: that the respondent attorney received money which was stolen in the course of an attorney/client relationship. There are also instances where an attorney takes and keeps a retainer despite knowing that services cannot, or will not, be performed. What are the limits on the payment of claims? At the present time there is a limit of $400,000 per claimant for claims arising after January 1, 2007 and an aggregate maximum for claims against a single attorney of $1,500,000. Lower per claimant maximums apply to claims arising prior to January 1, 2007. If the compensable claims exceed the aggregate maximum, the Trustees may petition the Supreme Court for an increase as to that attorney. It may be necessary to categorize the claimants according to hardship in order to determine payment, or to delay payment until the extent of the aggregate maximum problem can be determined. Who finances the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? New Jersey's judges and lawyers, as well as  pro hac vice  attorneys, multijurisdictional attorneys, in-house counsel, and foreign legal consultants, pay for the Fund. Each of these has an annual obligation to fulfill. That obligation is to: maintain a current address with the Fund; complete and return the original annual billing form; and, pay the prescribed fee or, if qualified, request an exemption under  Payment to the Fund; Enforcement Rule 1:28-2. A portion of the annual assessment paid to the Lawyers’ Fund by judges and by those New Jersey attorneys who hold plenary licenses is based on the calendar year of admission. For the first and second calendar years of admission, there is no fee. The fee is $25 for the third and fourth years, and $46 for the fifth through forty-ninth years. Lawyers admitted fifty years or more are exempt from the fee. The amount of the fee for  pro hac vice  attorneys, multijurisdictional attorneys, in-house counsel, and foreign legal consultants is the same as the fee for attorneys in the fifth through forty-ninth years. These fees provide the resources necessary to operate the Fund and pay claims. The monies collected are invested in interest-bearing accounts and government backed securities to provide additional revenue. The Fund also seeks to recover money paid on claims, as described below. There is another, larger, component of the annual assessment collected by the Fund which pays for the disciplinary system and a smaller portion that supports the Lawyers Assistance Program and the Board of Bar Examiners. New Jersey attorneys begin paying this component in the second calendar year of admission. There is no delay in payments for pro hac vice attorneys, multijurisdictional attorneys, in-house counsel, and foreign legal consultants. What evidence do I need to submit a claim to the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? A claimant must prove: receipt by the respondent attorney of money or property belonging to the claimant; conversion of the money by the respondent; and a definite loss resulting from this dishonest conduct. It is necessary to submit specific proof of payment to an attorney, such as copies of front and reverse sides of checks, supporting documents such as escrow agreements, settlement statements or retainer agreements. Although the Fund staff will assist in identifying proofs, the primary burden is on the claimant to demonstrate the compensability of a claim. The Fund has subpoena power for use when necessary. Respondents receive a copy of each claim including documentation provided, with an invitation to reply with proofs of their own. What are collateral sources? Collateral sources are third parties liable by virtue of their relationship to the respondent or the nature of the misappropriation. Examples of collateral sources are fidelity bonds, title insurance, partners of a defalcating attorney and their malpractice carrier, and banks and insurance companies involved in forged endorsement cases. Who administers the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? The Fund is administered by a volunteer Board of Trustees composed of five lawyers and two non-lawyers appointed by the Supreme Court to serve staggered five year terms without compensation. The Board of Trustees employs full-time staff at the Hughes Justice Complex in Trenton to handle the day-to-day operations. What claims are not accepted by the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? Claims involving fee disputes, unfortunate or ill-advised investments placed through attorneys, and professional negligence or malpractice are not compensable. The Fund does not pay consequential damages or interest on claims. Are there ways other than financial support in which the Bar contributes to the Fund's success? Yes. Many claimants are assisted in their claim by New Jersey lawyers. Such representation is without charge under  Rule 1:28-3(f) Rule 1:28-3(f) . Also, the good work of prosecutors and those who work in discipline gives the Fund jurisdiction over matters and develops information helpful to a just resolution of claims. How do I file a claim with the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection? Claim forms can be obtained on-line:  Statement of Claim form with Supplemental Statement Statement of Claim form with Supplemental Statement , or by calling us toll-free: 855-533-3863, , Option 2, . Additionally, you may request a form in writing. Please send a written request to; P.O. Box 961 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0961 Staff personnel screen each request. If the claim does not appear to be within the jurisdiction of the Fund, that is explained to the person requesting the form. The completed claim form must be submitted, with an original signature, by the Claimant. The original executed claim form with proofs attached is filed with the Fund, along with two copies. There is no filing fee. The facts disclosed in the claim must be provided to the appropriate county prosecutor and to, Jason Saunders, , Court Executive 3a P.O. Box 963 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0963 How are Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Claims decided? The Fund staff reviews all claims and prepares a substantive Agenda for the Board of Trustees to consider. The Trustees meet monthly to determine policy and decide claims. In some instances, a hearing is held to take testimony from the claimant, the respondent, and any other persons with knowledge of the transaction. Other claims are decided by the Trustees as administrative determinations based on the written proofs submitted. The Board of Trustees, in its sole discretion, decides all claims under Payment of Claims Rule 1:28-3 , including the amount, timing and conditions of payment for those approved. For more information, please call the Fund at   855-533-3863 Option 2 for claims. 
  • Language Services, The Language Services Section (LSS) plays a vital role in ensuring equal justice for people with limited English proficiency (LEP) or who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Program Manager and staff can be reached at LangSvcs.Mailbox@njcourts.gov . If you have questions after reviewing this page, please call 609-815-2900 ext. 52376 Do you need interpreting services? See our Request an Interpreter for a Court Event requesting an interpreter help page . , On This Page, Body, Becoming a NJ Court Interpreter, Discover how to become a spoken or Sign Language Sign Language New Jersey court interpreter., Spoken Language , Becoming a court-approved spoken language interpreter is a 3-step process. You need to demonstrate proficiency in your chosen language(s). You also need to follow the interpreter Code of Professional Conduct for Interpreters, Transliterators, and Translators Code of Conduct . , Step 1 – Prepare, See all interpreting Interpreting Policies and Resources policies and guidelines . Study the available resources below. Gain an understanding of what is required to succeed. Appendices - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) For the Profession of Court Interpretation Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities . This breaks down the key skills that are required. The National Center for State Courts National Center for State Courts (NCSC) provides a self-assessment and study tools to prepare for required exams. Review the Interpreting Policies and Procedures Policies and Procedures Interpreting Policies and Resources for court interpreting. Keys to Success Keys to Success provides an overview of important things to know for the oral exam. Review the Resources for Interpreters Interpreter Professional Development resources . Language Services Directory of Contacts Directory of Contacts The Role of the Court Interpreter in the New Jersey Judiciary - brochure The Role of the Court Interpreter brochure, Step 2 – Qualify, The approval program consists of a written exam, an orientation seminar, and oral exam. If you were certified in another state, review the Reciprocity Policy (Jan 2023 Updated) Reciprocity Policy . If you passed the Federal exam, you would qualify at the Master level., Pass the written exam., Overview of the WRITTEN EXAMINATION For Prospective Court Interpreters The overview of the written exam  covers exam dates, FAQs, and includes the application to take the exam. It also includes sample questions to give you an idea of what is on the test.   , Attend the Orientation Seminar., Review Orientation Seminar for Prospective Court Interpreters overview of the orientation seminar  for available dates and what to expect.   , Pass the Oral Exam., Start with reading the  oral exam overview in its entirety , which includes the exam application. You can review the current list of NCSC oral exams currently offered at NCSC's  website . For Arabic interpreters, please review the Becoming an Arabic Court Interpreter Arabic interpreting guide . Review the Common Oral Interpreting Exam Performance Deficiencies common oral exam deficiencies to help you prepare. If there is no oral exam available for your language, or if your language consists of an abbreviated oral exam, you need to take the English and/or Target Language Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) . You might also need: Resources for Professional Development of Non-Spanish Court Interpreters Resources for non-Spanish interpreters Classification of Interpreters Who Work in Languages For Which There is No Court Interpreting Oral Examination How Registered Interpreters are Classified Form for Documenting Court Interpreting Experience Form to document court interpreting experience, Step 3 – Register, After approval, you can register with Judiciary. To be added to the Registry of Interpreting Resources, you need to: Register as an independent contractor with the N.J. NJ Division of Revenue Division of Revenue either on-line or by mail.   Register with NJSTART NJSTART . This allows you to work as a vendor with State of New Jersey.    Register with Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA-EEO) to receive an EEO Certificate, which is state mandated for all contractors doing business in NJ -- Register Central Forms Repository & Payment Collection System Online   After LSS verifies your registration with above Treasury Programs, you will receive a  Professional Service Statement of Work (PSSW) - Language Services Freelancers Sample Professional Service Statement of Work Proposal (Freelancer PSSW) . The PSSW is a contractual agreement that also addresses compensation and cancellation. , Sign Language, Potential sign language interpreters need to: Get certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) . Get added to list of interpreters on N.J Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, or the New Jersey Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (NJRID) New Jersey Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (NJRID) . Attend the Orientation Seminar for Prospective Court Interpreters orientation seminar (unless approved for a waiver.) Register with the Judiciary ( Step 3 - Register Step 3 above )., Video remote interpreting (VRI) resources , Some court cases are conducted online in video remote court. The Covid-19 pandemic rapidly Addendum to Directive #01-17 expanded remote court events . Likewise, the Judiciary produced more video remote interpreting (VRI) resources.   All spoken and sign language interpreters can find additional VRI support at the NCSC Interpreter Support National Center for State Courts ., Spoken Language VRI, Use the Registry of Video Remote Interpreting Agency for Spoken Languages Registry of VRI Agencies for Spoken Languages when looking for those services.   Review the Interpreter Tips tips for court interpreters resource. This document contains information to help you get started or improve with VRI.  The Spoken Language Webinar Video spoken language webinar breaks down VRI resources, tools, and what’s necessary to succeed. The video is a recording of a live training session. It includes relevant Q&A from the audience.  There are five brief training videos available. Each video has a corresponding quick reference guide: Two-Device VRI Method ( Two-Device VRI Method Video video ) ( Two-Device VRI Method Quick Guide quick guide ) One-Device VRI Method ( One-Device VRI Method Video video ) ( One-Device VRI Method Quick Guide quick guide ) Connecting the LEP to the Language Channel ( Connecting the LEP to the Language Channel Video video ) ( Connecting the LEP to the Language Channel Quick Guide quick guide ) Alternate Method of VRI ( Alternate Method of VRI Video video ) ( Alternate Method of VRI Quick Guide quick guide ) One-Connection Method for Hybrid Interpreting ( One-Connection Method for Hybrid Interpreting Video video ) ( One-Connection Method for Hybrid Interpreting Quick Guide quick guide ), Sign Language VRI, Please use the Registry of VRI Agencies for Sign Languages Registry of VRI Agencies for Sign Languages when looking for those services. An informational webinar held in June 2025 for registry and agency freelance ASL interpreters discusses VRI resources and tools to succeed in a remote format. The ‘ Video Remote Interpreting for ASL Court Users Video Remote Interpreting for ASL Court Users ’ webinar is presented in ASL with no audio. Five brief training videos are also available: Considerations and Techniques for Remote Interpreting with ASL Considerations and Techniques for Remote Interpreting with ASL ASL Zoom Features with Laptops ASL Zoom Features with Laptops ASL Zoom Features with Tablets ASL Zoom Features with Galaxy Tablets and Android Phones ASL Zoom Features with iPhones ASL Zoom Features with iPhones ASL Zoom Features with iPads ASL Zoom Features with iPads The 2023 Sign Language VRI Webinar sign language VRI webinar also is available. Presented entirely in ASL, the video addresses VRI technology, best practices and more. Many VRI cases are conducted on Zoom. Use the IT Procedure for Sign Language Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) in Zoom procedure for sign language VRI in Zoom if you need help. , Registry of Interpreting Resources, LSS maintains registries of all court interpreter freelancers and agencies. LSS regularly updates and publishes the registries. This helps ensure courts always have access to accurate vendor lists. Court managers should use the following registries: Overview of the New Jersey Judiciary Registry of Interpreting Resources Overview of the Registry . Provides detailed information on how to navigate the following documents. Registry of Interpreting Resources Registry of Interpreting Resources . Listing of freelance interpreters and interpreting agencies available by language. Each contact card includes the name of the interpreter/agency along with contact info. Registry of Telephone Interpreting Agencies Registry of Telephone Interpreting Agencies . Listing of agencies available to provide telephone interpreting. Registry of Video Remote Interpreting Agency for Spoken Languages Registry of Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agencies for Spoken Languages . Listing of agencies available to provide VRI for Spoken Languages. Registering as a Video Remote Interpreting Agency for Sign Languages Registry of Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agencies for Sign Languages . Listing of agencies available to provide VRI for Sign Languages., Registering as an Agency, Agencies may be included in the  Registry of Interpreting Resources Registry of Interpreting Resources  to provide contract-interpreting services to the Judiciary.  The Judiciary's policy is that interpreting services may be obtained from registered agencies only when the needed services are not available from staff court interpreters or contract interpreters listed in the Registry of Interpreting Resources.  For an agency to become registered, it must complete the following steps: 1., Register with the Judiciary., An official representative of the agency must study carefully the Agency Professional Service Statement of Work (Agency PSSW) Agency Professional Service Statement of Work (Agency PSSW) proposal and complete and email the following to the LangSvcs.Mailbox@njcourts.gov LangSvcs.Mailbox@njcourts.gov : The Agency Registration Form Agency Registration form. Six language options under which the agency will be listed in the Registry, using the nomenclature found in the Language Identification Guide Language Identification Guide. Agencies that provide interpreters in more than six languages may choose “Any Language” as one of their six language options.  Agencies that select this option are listed at the back of the Registry, as well as being listed under the other five chosen language options. * Should an agency choose ASL as one of their six language options, please note that both legislation and Judiciary policy require sign language interpreters to be certified by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and listed with the New Jersey Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing New Jersey Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.  See N.J.S.A. 34:1-69 N.J.S.A. 34:1-69. Agree in writing to abide by the Agency PSSW Agency PSSW by signing and emailing the completed first page of the Agency PSSW proposal.  Electronic signatures will be accepted. 2., Register as a business with the, NJ Division of Revenue, NJ Division of Revenue, , , NJSTART, NJSTART,  and, AA/EEO Registration AA/EEO, ., Note: , If the owner of an agency is, or hopes to become, a registered freelance interpreter; the agency tax identification number (TIN) must be different from the TIN number used to registered as a freelancer. 3. , Attend the Orientation Seminar., At least one official representative who is the highest-level employee must complete this seminar.  That representative is ordinarily one of the following: the owner, chief executive officer, or a high-level manager. See the Overview for the Orientation Seminar Overview for the Orientation Seminar for seminar dates. 4. , Submit Additional Information for Remote Interpreting Services., The official representative of the agency must also submit additional information requested in the appropriate link below to be included in the Registry of Telephone Interpreting Agencies, the Registry of VRI Agencies for Sign Languages, and/or the Registry of VRI Agencies for Spoken Languages: Registering as a Telephone Agency Registering as a Telephone Agency Registering as a Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agency for Spoken Languages Registering as a Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agency for Spoken Languages Registering as a Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agency for Sign Languages Registering as a Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) Agency for Sign Languages, Changing Freelancer or Agency Info, Freelancers and/or agencies listed in the Registry can email the following changes to Language Services Mailbox : Telephone or cell phone numbers. Email address(es). Availability. Changes to, freelancer or agency name, tax ID, or mailing address, must first go to NJ Division of Revenue NJ Division of Revenue and NJSTART NJSTART . Freelancer or agency must also email LSS to notify them of the changes. Once LSS confirms changes have been made with Division of Revenue and NJSTART, the changes will take effect in the Registry. , Resources for Interpreters, The National Center for State Courts (NCSC) National Center for State Courts (NCSC) has a Language Access Services Section (LASS) Language Access Services Section (LASS) and website that includes a Resource Guide for Court Interpreters Resource Guide for Court Interpreters . NCSC resources and additional resources below help interpreters: Improve proficiency and level of interpreting ability. Gain more interpreting opportunities. Increase compensation level., NCSC Resource Guides, The Resource Guide for Court Interpreters Resource Guide for Court Interpreters is geared towards all court interpreters, regardless of language. It contains: An overview of interpreting. Test taking strategies. Glossaries. Practice exam kits and sample tests. Practice sites for idioms. Professional organizations. , NCSC Resource Guides, Spanish court interpreters can find additional resources in the Resources For Professional Development of Spanish Court Interpreters Spanish Resource guide .  Interpreters for all other languages can find additional resources in the Resources for Professional Development of Non-Spanish Court Interpreters Non-Spanish Resource Guide .  Wisconsin Courts provides  A Handbook for Court Interpreters Working in Teams A Handbook for Court Interpreters Working in Teams . , Glossaries and Translation Guides, While interpreters are fluent in their given language(s), legal terms and phrases could present a challenge. The following glossaries help translate specific legal terms you will need to know in court.  The Superior Court of California provides Legal Glossaries detailed glossaries in various language. It is also good to know A Reference Guide to American English Idioms American idioms sometimes used in court. There might not be a direct translation for certain expressions. Knowing the definition of the expression will help translate the message accurately.  Spanish Glossaries: Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Spanish English-Spanish (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal Terminology - English to Spanish (Connecticut Superior Court) Glossary of Legal Terminology – English to Spanish (Connecticut Superior Court) Glosario Glosario de Términos y de Conceptos Jurídicos o Relativos al Poder Judicia   Non-Spanish Glossaries: Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Arabic English-Arabic (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Bengali English-Bengali (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Haitian Creole English-Haitian Creole (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Korean English-Korean (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English / Mandarin pdf English-Mandarin (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms English / Russian English-Russian (NJ Courts) NJ Courts - Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - English/Polish English-Polish (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms - Portuguese English-Portuguese (NJ Courts) Glossary of Legal (and Related) Terms English / Turkish English-Turkish (NJ Courts) Multi-Lingual Glossary (Vancouver Community College) Multi-Lingual Glossary (Vancouver Community College), Interpreter Training Courses, Rutgers University provides a Rutgers Translation and Interpreting Program Translation and Interpreting Program . They also feature a Rutgers World Languages Institute World Languages Institute with language courses. Both are good training resources for interpreters. The New Mexico judiciary provides a New Mexico Language Access Learning Management System Language Access Learning Management System . It contains courses such as Intro to Court Interpreting, Ethics and Best Practices, and Justice System Interpreting. The program is in partnership with the NCSC. Florida International University Translation and Interpretation Program Florida International University offers a certificate program in Legal Translation and Court Interpreting. There is also a certificate program for Translation Studies. Courses comprising the programs are listed on the website. , Practice Exercises and Exams, The NCSC offers several NCSC Training Resources training resources . You can get self-assessment tools and overviews of the written and oral exams. The site also contains NCSC Court Interpreter Practice Materials court interpreter practice materials .  The Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam could also be a resource for development. For practice of simultaneous interpreting: Download the Manual for the AOC Simultaneous Interpreting Practice Exercises manual . Use it with the Audio File accompanying audio file. , Professional Associations, Professional associations offer opportunities to network with others in your field. They are also good resources for latest developments. Some associations to consider: National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT) National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT) . This association provides resources and information for interpreters and translators in the courts. The American Association of Language Specialists (TAAL) American Association of Language Specialists (TAAL) . An international association for freelance interpreters. American Translators Association American Translators Association . The association represents interpreters and translators. There are several membership options. Conference of Interpreter Trainers Conference of Interpreter Trainers . They produced quarterly industry newsletters and conferences on interpreting services. Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) . Sign language court interpreters in NJ need to be certified with RID. Ethnologue – Languages of the World Ethnologue – Languages of the World . This organization provides information on any language. , Advocacy Groups, The federal Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Department Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Department  seeks to protect people who are not proficient in English. As a government website, it is focused on LEP rights and language access in government services. National Association of the Deaf National Association of the Deaf . The association advances rights and access for deaf and hard of hearing people. , Statistics, The following statistical reports help inform and improve the Judiciary’s Language Access Plan. , Demographic Statistics for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, New Jersey 2017-2021 Census, Alphabetical Language List for NJ 2017-2021 Census, Alphabetical Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2016-2019 Alphabetical Listing 2016-2019 Census, Alphabetical Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2010 Alphabetical Listing 2010 Census, Alphabetical Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2000 Alphabetical Listing 2000 Census, Alphabetical Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2016-2019 Ranking by Number of Speakers 2016-2019 Census, Ranked Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2010 Ranking by Number of Speakers 2010 Census, Ranked Language List for NJ Languages Spoken at Home in New Jersey – 2000 Ranking by Number of Speakers 2000 Census, Ranked Language List for NJ Demographic and Economic Profiles of Hispanics by State and County, 2014 Estimates of Current Hispanic/Latino Population in New Jersey (state total plus each county) United States English-Speaking Ability of the Foreign-Born Population in the United States: 2012 2012 English-Speaking Ability of the Foreign-Born Population in the United States Language Use in the United States: 2011 2011 Language Use in the United States Language Use and English-Speaking Ability: 2000 2000 Census, Language Use and English-Speaking Ability MLA Language Map The Modern Language Association Language Map All data was collected from the 2000 and 2010 Census, the American Census Survey 2009-2013, and the American Community Survey 2016-2019., Interpreted Activities, Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2023-2024 Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2024-2025   Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2023-2024 Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2023-2024   Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2022-2023 Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2022-2023   Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2021-2022 Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2021-2022   Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2020-2021 Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2020-2021   Statewide Completed Interpreting Activities 2019 - 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2021 Court Interpreter Candidate Performance by Language Court Interpreter Oral Exam Statistics Candidate Performance by Exam 2017 - 2021 Court Interpreter Oral Exam Statistics, Historical Stats (1987 to 2016), Results of NJ Court Interpreter Screening Tests Nov. 1987 - Dec. 2016 Oral Exam outcomes for, all, languages tested Comparative Scores on NJ Court Interpreting Oral Exams Nov. 1987 - Dec. 2016 Comparative Scores on Oral Exam Sections for, all, languages tested Summary of Candidates' Performance on the Three Sections of the Court Interpreter Oral Exam in NJ 1987 to 2014 Additional Data on Test Parts for most languages tested Scores on the Consecutive Section of the Spanish Court Interpreting Performance Exam Scores on the Consecutive Section of the Spanish Exam by length of utterances interpreted Comparative Scores on the Three Major Sections of the Spanish Court Interpreting Exams 1987 - 2008 Comparative Scores on the Three Major Test Sections for, Spanish, candidates