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  • Passaic Court Offices/Divisions, Body, Trial Court Administration, Melanie M. Nowling, Trial Court Administrator 973-653-2910 ext. 32918 Office Telephone, EEO/AA Officer, 973-653-2910 ext. 24067, Ombudsman, 973-653-2910 ext. 24470, 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. Trial Calendar for Monday Aug. 18, 2025 Passaic Arbitration Calendar Week 1 Arbitration Calendar for Thursday Aug. 21, 2025 Passaic Arbitration Calendar Week 2 Arbitration Calendar for Friday Aug. 22, 2025 Jaimie Brogan, Civil Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24261 Office Telephone, Civil Division - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24220, Arbitration, 973-653-2910 ext. 24290, General Equity, 973-653-2910 ext. 24250, Landlord Tenant, 973-653-2910 ext. 24280, Law Division , Law Division Telephone Number 973-653-2910 ext. 24230, Small Claims, 973-653-2910 ext. 24240, Special Civil DC, 973-653-2910 ext. 24270, 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, John J Harrison, Criminal Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24295 Office Telephone, CJP, 973-653-2910 ext. 24380, Customer Service, 973-653-2910 ext. 24397 or ext. 24398, Expungements, 973-653-2910 ext. 24330, Pretrial Services, 973-653-2910 ext. 24310, Records Requests, 973-653-2910 ext. 24330, Recovery Court, 973-653-2910 ext. 24320, 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., Victoria B. Nicholson, Esq., Family Division Manager, 973-653-2910 Ext. 24586,  , Office Telephone, Family Division - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24390, Children in Court, 973-653-2910 ext. 24450, Domestic Violence, 973-653-2910 ext. 24420, Juvenile, 973-653-2910 ext. 24430, Matrimonial, 973-653-2910 ext. 24440, Non-Dissolution, 973-653-2910 ext. 24410, Records, 973-653-2910 ext. 24460, 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., Evelin Espinal, Finance Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24073,  , Office Telephone, Finance Division - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24040, Payment Inquiries, 973-653-2910 ext. 24050, 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 . Stephanie Rivera, Human Resources Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24056 Office Telephone, Human Resources - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24060, IT Division, Carlos Rueda, IT Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 32911 Office Telephone, IT Division - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24010, 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. ,  , Nicole Greten, Municipal Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24069 Office Telephone, Municipal Division - Main Line, 973-653-2910 ext. 24070, Operations Division, Kim Casamassina, Operations Division Manager 973-653-2910 ext. 24011 Office Telephone, Interpreter's Unit, 973-653-29 973-653-2910 10  ext. 24020, Jury Management, 973-653-29, 973-653-2980, 80, Resource Center, 973-653-2910 ext. 24470, Transcripts, 973-653-2910 ext. 24480, 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.,  TBA, Probation Division Manager, Office Telephone, Child Support Hotline, 1-877-655-4371, Supervision, 973-653-2910 ext. 24102
  • Responding to a Divorce Complaint, If you have been served with a Summons and Divorce Complaint, you are the  Defendant defendant . The person who filed the divorce is the  Plaintiff plaintiff . You have 35 days to respond to the Summons and Divorce Complaint. If you do not respond to the court at all, the court may grant the divorce and order in favor of the Plaintiff. You have three options in how you respond to the court. You can: File an Answer — this means you respond to, or contest, what the plaintiff has stated in the Complaint; File an Answer and Counterclaim — this means you respond to the Complaint and also state any separate grounds for divorce and/or claims you want to make against the plaintiff; or, File an Appearance — this means you are not contesting what Plaintiff has stated in the Complaint but you do want to be heard on issues of custody, parenting time (visitation), child support, equitable distribution, alimony, or other matters., 6 Steps to filing an answer in a divorce case,   Get the forms and instructions. Get the forms and instructions.   Complete the Answer, Answer and Counterclaim, or Appearance Form. Complete the Certificate of Insurance and the Confidential Litigation Sheet.,  Do not include personal identifiers such as social security numbers on the document filed with the court.,   Make a copy of the forms and keep your copy in a safe place. Redact, or black out, the personal identifiers on the copies you submit to the court.   Attach the filing fee of $175 or  request a fee waiver. request a fee waiver .   Upload the documents into the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system . You can pay the fee with a credit card. You can upload the  How to File for a Fee Waiver - All Courts fee waiver request form  if needed You also can mail the originals plus two copies of all of the documents, plus the fee, to the  Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices Family Division  of the Superior Court.   Serve the Answer, Answer and Counterclaim, or Appearance Form on the plaintiff. You can deliver the papers yourself or send them using certified mail to the address the plaintiff put on the forms they filed with the court. You will need the complete the Acknowledgement of Service form and include the certified mail card and submit them to the court. **Note: If you cannot prove your spouse received the papers, you might not be able to proceed with your case. Contact the family division for more information., Forms needed to respond to a divorce complaint, Answer, Answer and Counterclaim, or Notice of Appearance Confidential Litigant Information Sheet Confidential Litigant Information Sheet Self-Represented Litigant Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) Alternatives Self-Represented Litigant Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) Alternatives Certification Regarding Redaction of Personal Identifiers Certification Verification and Non-collusion Certification of Insurance Coverage Family Part Case Information Statement (CIS) Family Part Case Information Statement  –This form is required for litigants seeking alimony or child support
  • Municipal Court Case Law,  , Date, Case, Citation, Category/Keyword, 08/18/2025 Verified Answer - Simon, Britt J. In Re: Britt J. Simon Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics  07/30/2025 State v. Shawn M. Fenimore (A-18-24) (089786) State v. Shawn M. Fenimore _ N.J. _ (2025) Search and seizure: automobile exception, exigent circumstances, warrantless search  07/22/2025 A-41-23 State v. Juan C. Hernandez-Peralta State v. Juan C. Hernandez-Peralta 261 N.J. 231 (2025) Immigration consequences, ineffective assistance of counsel, post-conviction relief 06/12/2025 A-1045-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. YUSEF B. ALLEN (98-08-1208, UNION COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Yusef B. Allen _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2025) Brady violation, due process, ineffective assistance of counsel, new trial, post-conviction relief, sentencing: No Early Release Act, weapons 06/05/2025 A-2084-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JAKIL J. BRYANT (22-05-429, 22-05-430, AND 22-08-769, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (REDACTED) State v. Jakil J. Bryant 482 N.J. Super. 37 (App. Div. 2025) Search and seizure: automobile exception, exigent circumstances, warrantless search; weapons  06/04/2025 A-1741-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. K.H. (22-04-0600, ATLANTIC COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. K.H. _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2025) Fifth Amendment, Miranda issues 08/12/2025 Verified Answer- Price, Gary M. In Re: Gary M. Price Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 08/11/2025 State v. Victor Baverov _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2025) DWI: repeat offender; ineffective assistance of counsel; insanity defense; right to jury 07/28/2025 In Re: Britt J. Simon Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/22/2025 Amended Formal Complaint- Price, Gary M. In Re: Gary M. Price Amended Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/14/2025 A-2455-23 – LINDSAY PALMISANO VS. STATE OF NEW JERSEY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS, ET AL. (L-2084-23, MERCER COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) Palmisano v. State of N.J. Admin. Off. of the Cts., et al. _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2025) Court Administrator, Judicial Ethics Complaint, Municipal Court Judge, NJ Law Against Discrimination 05/28/2025 Supreme Court Order- Robert M. Lepore In Re: Robert M. LePore Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 02/19/2025 State v. Jorge Gomez State v. Jorge Gomez 481 N.J. Super. 109 (App. Div. 2025) Controlled dangerous substances; search and seizure: probable cause; search and seizure: warrants; statutory construction. 04/29/2025 State v. C.C.W. State v. C.C.W. _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2025) Controlled dangerous substances; statutory construction.  03/10/2025 D-90-23 In the Matter of R. Douglas Hoffman (089279) In the Matter of R. Douglas Hoffman 260 N.J. 130 (2025) Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics  01/14/2025 A-3169-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JESUS E. REYES-RODRIGUEZ (21-08-1000, MONMOUTH COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. Jesus Reyes-Rodriguez 480 N.J. Super. 526 (App. Div. 2025) Bench warrant; failure to appear; sexual contact; Sixth Amendment; virtual appearance 01/03/2025 A-3169-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JESUS E. REYES-RODRIGUEZ (21-08-1000, MONMOUTH COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. Yonathan Seligman 480 N.J. Super. 509 (App. Div. 2025) Controlled dangerous substance; Fourth Amendment; search and seizure: exclusion rule, knock to announce, and warrants 12/20/2024 A-2662-21 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JEREMY ARRINGTON (16-03-0689 AND 17-05-1346, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (REDACTED) State v. Jeremy Arrington 480 N.J. Super. 428 (App. Div. 2024) Assault; expert witness; insanity; weapons 11/27/2024 A-0532-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JAMEL CARLTON (20-12-0711, ATLANTIC COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) (RESUBMITTED) (REDACTED) State v. Jamel Carlton 480 N.J. Super. 311 (App. Div. 2024) Fifth Amendment; Megan’s Law; Miranda issues; resisting arrest; sentencing: extended term; sentencing: repeat offender; sexual assault. 11/08/2024 A-2580-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. STEPHANIE HAND (14-02-0007, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Stephanie Hand 480 N.J. Super. 15 (App. Div. 2024)  Post-conviction relief (PCR). 11/01/2024 A-4009-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. STEVEN W. ITALIANO (21-08-0653, CAPE MAY COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Steven W. Italiano 480 N.J. Super. 1 (App. Div. 2024) Driver’s license suspension; driving while revoked; DWI: repeat offender. 10/03/2024 A-1592-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. TYRELL S. LANSING (21-12-0895, MORRIS COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Tyrell S. Lansing 479 N.J. Super. 565 (App. Div. 2024) Expert witness; Olenowski hearing. 09/18/2024 A-2638-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. DANA KEARNEY (16-10-1645, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Dana Kearney 479 N.J. Super. 539 (App. Div. 2024) Conflict of interest; Fifth Amendment; ineffective assistance of counsel; post-conviction relief (PCR); right against self-incrimination; sentencing: No Early Release Act. 09/17/2024 Supreme Court Order – Sept. 17, 2024 - Obuch, Richard In Re: Richard Obuch Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 09/06/2024 A-2521-21/A-0391-22 – DCPP VS. C.R.A.G. AND R.G., IN THE MATTER OF J.G., J.G., AND J.G. (FN-07-0152-21, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) N.J. Div. of Child Prot. & Permanency v. C.R.A.G. 479 N.J. Super. 504 (App. Div. 2024) Endangering the welfare of a child 08/21/2024 A-0499-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JUSTIN MORGAN (22-05-1241, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RESUBMITTED) State v. Justin Morgan 479 N.J. Super. 420 (App. Div. 2024) Fourth Amendment; possession of a controlled dangerous substance; search and seizure: probable cause; weapons 08/20/2024 A-3690-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. CHRISTOPHER W. BARCLAY (17-06-0969, OCEAN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. Christopher W. Barclay 479 N.J. Super. 451 (App. Div. 2024) Endangering the welfare of a child; ineffective assistance of counsel; post-conviction relief (PCR); sexual assault 08/19/2024 A-1497-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. ARTHUR F. WILDGOOSE (16-03-0148, SOMERSET COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. Arthur F. Wildgoose 479 N.J. Super. 331 (App. Div. 2024) Due process; endangering the welfare of a child; post-conviction relief (PCR); sexual assault 08/16/2024 A-1008-22 – IN THE MATTER OF REGISTRANT M.L. (ML-22-03-0038, BURLINGTON COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) In re Registrant M.L. 479 N.J. Super. 433 (App. Div. 2024) Endangering the welfare of a child; Megan’s Law; sexual assault 08/12/2024 A-0963-22 – IN RE ADOPTION OF N.J.A.C. 5:105-1.6(a)(1) (GOVERNMENT RECORDS COUNCIL) In re Adoption of N.J.A.C. 5:105-1.6(a)(1) _ N.J. Super. _ (App. Div. 2024) Open Public Records Act (OPRA) 08/08/2024 State v. Thomas Zingis (A-66-21) (087132) State v. Zingis 259 N.J. 1 (2024) Breathalyzer; breath test; DWI: alcohol influence report; DWI: alcotest; DWI: repeat offender; post-conviction relief (PCR). 08/05/2024 T.B. v. I.W. 479 N.J. Super. 404 (App. Div. 2024) Domestic Violence Act; Fifth Amendment; final restraining order (FRO); harassment; sexual assault; temporary restraining order (TRO). 07/31/2024 N.J. Div. of Child Prot. & Permanency v. A.P. 258 N.J. 266 (2024) Endangering the welfare of a child; expungement – criminal conviction. 07/31/2024 N.J. Realtors v. Twp. of Berkeley 479 N.J. Super. 379 (App. Div. 2024) Municipal Ordinance; preemption; police powers. 07/24/2024 A-3503-21 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. KEVIN B. BOONE (20-12-0521, CUMBERLAND COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Kevin Boon 479 N.J. Super. 193 (App. Div. 2024) Failure to stay in lane; Miranda warning; possession of a controlled dangerous substance; Search and Seizure: auto, reasonable suspicion.  07/23/2024 In the Matter of Brian Ambroise (088042) (Statewide) In re. Brian Ambroise 258 N.J. 180 (2024) Disciplinary proceeding; Miranda issues; sexual assault; standard of review. 07/19/2024 A-0661-23/A-0745-23 – MARK CERKEZ, ET AL. VS. GLOUCESTER CITY, NEW JERSEY, ET AL. (L-1516-23 AND L-0733-23, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (CONSOLIDATED) Mark Cerkez, et al. v. Gloucester City, N.J. 479 N.J. Super. 174 (App. Div. 2024) County and Municipal Water Supply Act 07/11/2024 Supreme Court Order - Lewis J. Korngut In Re: Lewis J. Korngut Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/05/2024 A-1087-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. MARY MELLODY (04-03-22, SUSSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Mary Mellody 479 N.J. Super. 90 (App. Div. 2024) Careless driving; drunk driving; DWI: observation; Fourth Amendment; municipal court; Search and Seizure: community caretaking, emergency aid, exclusion rule, exigent circumstances, field inquiry, warrantless entry; Terry stop. 07/03/2024 A-1098-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JESSICA S. MATRONGOLO (23-08-0676, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Jessica Matrongolo 479 N.J. Super. 8 (App. Div. 2024) Disorderly persons; municipal court; petty disorderly persons; probation. 07/02/2024 Formal Complaint - Richard Obuch In Re: Richard Obuch Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/01/2024 In Re: Carl L. Marshall; Formal Complaint In Re: Carl L. Marshall Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 06/13/2024 A-43-22 Alejandra Padilla v. Young Il An Alejandra Padilla v. Young II An 257 N.J. 540 (2024) municipal offenses; statutory construction 06/12/2024 A-1365-23 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. TAVIAUS WILSON, ET AL. (19-07-0670, CUMBERLAND COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Taviaus Wilson, et al. 478 N.J. Super. 564 (App. Div. 2024) fourth amendment; marijuana; search and seizure: auto; warrantless search; probable cause; tinted windows 06/11/2024 In Re: R. Douglas Hoffman Supreme Court Order to Show Cause Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 06/03/2024 A-2384-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JEFFREY WALKER (11-02-0411, MONMOUTH COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State  v. Jeffrey Walker 478 N.J. Super. 553 (App. Div. 2024) post-conviction relief (PCR); restitution 05/31/2024 A-3911-21/A-1264-22/A-1358-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. SEAN JONES, ET AL. (88-07-2659 AND 92-12-4339, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE AND 96-02-0526, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (CONSOLIDATED) State  v. Sean Jones, et al. 478 N.J. Super. 532 (App. Div. 2024) illegal sentencing; pro se defendants; post-conviction relief (PCR) 05/30/2024 A-3372-21 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. M.F.L. (18-02-0068, HUNTERDON COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) State v. M.F.L. 478 N.J. Super. 614 (App. Div. 2024) domestic violence act; final restraining order (FRO); sexual assault 05/13/2024 A-2395-22 – ASSOCIATION FOR GOVERNMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY, ETHICS AND TRANSPARENCY VS. BOROUGH OF MANTOLOKING, ET AL. (L-2729-22, OCEAN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) Association for Governmental Responsibility, Ethics and Transparency v. Borough of Mantoloking 478 N.J. Super. 470 (App. Div 2024) evidence, expungement, municipal prosecutor, OPRA 05/01/2024 Botteon v. Borough of Highland Park Botteon v. Borough of Highland Park 478 N.J. Super. 452 (App. Div. 2024) marijuana, municipal ordinances 03/27/2024 Hoffman, R. Douglas - Presentment In re: R. Douglas Hoffman Presentment Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 03/22/2024 Verified Answer - Antonio Inacio In re: Antonio Inacio Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 03/07/2024 State v. Robert A. Baker 478 N.J. Super. 116 (App. Div. 2024) warrantless search; motor vehicle exception; marijuana; traffic stop 03/05/2024 Formal Complaint - Antonio Inacio In re: Antonio Inacio Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 03/05/2024 State v. Shlawrence Ross 256 N.J. 390 (2024) Fourth Amendment; search warrant; probable cause 02/23/2024 State v. Ladohn E. Courtney 478 N.J. Super. 81 (App. Div. 2024) motor vehicle exception; “John’s Law”; impoundment; DWI; warrantless search 02/21/2024 State v. Daishon I. Smith 478 N.J. Super. 52 (App. Div. 2024) county prosecutor: recusal; disqualification; conflict of interest 01/08/2024 A-29-22 State v. Brandon M. Washington State v. Brandon M. Washington 256 N.J. 136 (2024) trial preparation; photo identification procedures; State v. Henderson, 208 N.J. 208 (2011); N.J.R.E. 803(a)(3 11/16/2023 A-1767-22 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. KHALIL H. HASKINS (21-08-2068, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Khalil H. Haskins 477 N.J. Super. 630 (App. Div. 2024) warrantless search and seizure; automobile; tinted windows; State v. Smith , 252 N.J. 244 (2022) 11/16/2023 A-2353-21 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. WILLIAM J. SILVERS, III (19-07-0813, HUDSON COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. William J. Silvers 477 N.J. Super. 228 (App. Div. 2023) Jury selection 11/15/2023 a_56_18 State v. Michael Olenowski 255 N.J. 529 (2023) DRE; Daubert criteria; de novo review; driving under the 11/08/2023 A-0363-22 In the Matter of the Expungement Application of K.M.G. 477 N.J. Super. 167 (App. Div. 2023); A-0363-22 “Clean Slate” Statute, N.J.S.A 2C:52-5.3, Expungement - criminal conviction, out of state conviction 11/06/2023 A-1019-22 Animal Protection League of New Jersey, et al. vs. New Jersey Fish and Game Council, et al.   477 N.J. Super. 145 (App. Div. 2023); A-1019-22 Crimes and offences: fish and game, Comprehensive Black Bear (Ursus americanus) Management Policy (CBBMP), State Fish and Game Code (Game Code), Administrative Procedure Act (APA) emergency rule making, N.J.S.A. 52:14B-4(c) 11/06/2023 In Re: Robert M. LePore Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 10/30/2023 In Re: Lewis J. Korngut Answer In Re: Lewis J. Korngut Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 10/26/2023 In Re: R. Robert M. LePore Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 09/21/2023 Amended-Formal-Complaint-Lewis J. Korngut In Re: Lewis J. Korngut Amended Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 09/13/2023 A-2069-21/A-2936-21 State of New Jersey vs Darryl Nieves 476 N.J. Super. 609 (App. Div. 2023); A-2069-21/A-2936-21 evidence: experts/scientific, witnesses: expert 09/06/2023 A-0305-21 S.B.B. vs. L.B.B. 476 N.J. Super. 575 (App. Div. 2023); A-0305-21 domestic violence: Final Restraining Order (FRO), harassment, Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA), Constitutional Law: free speech – First Amendment 08/28/2023 A-1230-22 State of New Jersey vs. Dennis F. Gargano, Jr., et al. 476 N.J. Super. 511 (App. Div. 2023); A-1230-22 evidence: privilege, marital communications privilege, NJ Wiretapping and Surveillance Control Act, criminal procedure: suppression motion, N.J.R.E. 509 08/15/2023 A-32-22-State v. Oscar R. Juracan-Juracan State v. Oscar R. Juracan-Juracan ___ N.J. ___ (2023) Video remote interpreting (VRI); in-person interpreting; Language Access Plan (LAP); Administrative Directives #10-22, #01-17 08/09/2023 A-22-22-State v. Stephen A. Zadroga State v. Stephan Z. Zadroga ___ N.J. ___ (2023) Double jeopardy, Fifth Amendment; Manifest necessity, Kennedy standard; DWI: Blood Test 08/09/2023 A-3379-21 State of New Jersey vs. Tyshon M. Nieves 476 N.J. Super. 405 (App. Div. 2023); A-3379-21 search and seizure: knock to announce, exclusionary rule, Constitutional Law: Criminal – Fourth Amendment, New Jersey Constitution: Article I - Paragraph 7 08/04/2023 FV-07-2446-22 - E.W. v. W.M-H. E.W. v. W.M-H. ___ N.J. Super. ___ (2023) Final restraining order (FRO); Domestic Violence Act; Harassment; Statutory immunity for DCPP complaints 08/02/2023 State v. Quintin D. Watson State v. Quintin D. Watson 254 N.J. 558 (2023) First-time in-court identifications; due process rights; right to confrontation 08/02/2023 State v. Roberson Burney State v. Roberson Burney __N.J.__(2023) First-time in-court identification; expert testimony 07/12/2023 State in the Interest of M.P. State in the Interest of M.P. 476 N.J. Super. 242 (App. Div. 2023) Waiver of Miranda rights; juvenile; confession; custodial interrogation 07/10/2023 Complaint-Lewis J. Korngut In Re:  Lewis J. Korngut  Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/05/2023 State v. Jason W. Vanderee State v. Jason W. Vanderee 476 N.J. Super. 214 (App. Div. 2023) Warrantless search; search incident to arrest and inventory search warrant exception 06/22/2023 State v. Cornelius C. Cohen State v. Cornelius C. Cohen 254 N.J. 308 (2023) plain smell; marijuana; warrantless search; automobile exception 06/21/2023 State v. Andreas M. Erazo State v. Andreas M. Erazo 254 N.J. 277 (2023) Miranda warnings; waiver of Miranda rights; custody 06/06/2023 A-2035-21 - STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. TERRANCE L. JOHNSON (19-05-1438, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Terrance L. Johnson 476 N.J. Super. 1 (App. Div. 2023) motor vehicle stop; vehicle registration search exception; N.J.S.A. 39:3-29 05/30/2023 A-4/5-22 - State v. Jamire D. Williams; State v. Tyshon Kelly (086598) (Monmouth County & Statewide) State v. Jamire D.Williams; State v. Tyshon Kelly 254 N.J. 8 (2023) warrantless search and seizure; motor vehicle; MDT query; suspended driver’s license; reasonable suspicion 05/26/2023 A-1243-22 - STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. SHAHAAD I. JONES (22-07-1704 AND 22-07-1705, ESSEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Shahaad I. Jones 475 N.J. Super. 520 (App. Div. 2023) search of vehicle; plain view; plan smell 05/09/2023 A-34-21 - State v. Izaia M. Bullock (086196) (Middlesex County & Statewide) State v. Izaia M. Bullock 253 N.J. 512 (2023) Miranda warnings; courtyard, stationhouse statements 05/04/2023 A-15-22 - State v. Joao C. Torres (086812) (Middlesex County & Statewide) State v. Joao C. Torres 253 N.J. 485 (2023) State v. Lentz, 463 N.J. Super. 54, 70 (App. Div. 2020); delayed warrantless search 05/03/2023 A-67-21 State v. Anthony Miranda State v. Anthony Miranda 253 N.J. 461 (2023) search; exigent circumstances exception 04/13/2023 In Re: R. Douglas Hoffman In Re: R. Douglas Hoffman Answer Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 04/10/2023 In Re: R. Douglas Hoffman In Re: R. Douglas Hoffman Formal Complaint Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 04/05/2023 A-0733-22 State v. Marese Washington, Jr. 475 N.J. Super. 292 (App. Div. 2023) search and seizure without search warrant; plain view 03/30/2023 State v. Andre Higgs State v. Andre Higgs 253 N.J. 333 (2023) internal affairs records request; remote convictions; N.J.R.E. 609; impeachment by evidence of conviction of crime; disorderly persons offense 03/21/2023 Appeal of the Denial of M.U.'s Application for a Handgun IMO of the Appeal of the Denial of M.U.’s Application for a Handgun 475 N.J. Super. 148 (App. Div. 2023) N.J.S.A. 2C:58-3(c)(5); expunged records; R. 3:21-5; R. 5:7A; handgun purchase permit; firearms purchaser identification card; weapons forfeiture and confiscation 03/08/2023 State v. Kyle A. Smart State v. Kyle A. Smart 253 N.J. 156 (2023) R. 3:5-8; search and seizure without search warrant; warrantless search; automobile exception; probable cause; State v. Witt, 223 N.J. 409 (2015) 02/17/2023 A-56-18 State v. Michael Olenowski State v. Michael Olenowski 255 N.J. 529 (2023) expert testimony; admissibility of expert evidence; criminal and quasi-criminal matters; “Frye” test; “Daubert” test 01/19/2023 A-54-21 - State v. Deje M. Coviello (086673) (Ocean County & Statewide) State v. Deje M. Coviello 252 N.J. 539 (2023) DWI sentencing; license forfeiture; ignition interlock device (IID) 12/21/2022 A-3519-20 - STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. ERIC A. BURNHAM (21-02-0181, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Eric A. Burnham 474 N.J. Super. 226 (App. Div. 2022) shoplifting; sales tax 12/20/2022 A-2843-19 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. SHAREEF O. GRAY (19-10-1681, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) State v. Shareef O. Gray 474 N.J. Super. 216 (App. Div. 2022) search and seizure; warrantless search of vehicle; plain view; marijuana 12/12/2022 XP-21-0276/XP-21-1767 – STATE OF NEW JERSEY V. R.O.-S./STATE OF NEW JERSEY V. C.C. State v. R.O.-S./ State v. C.C. 474 N.J. Super. 87 (Law Div. 2021) clean-slate expungement; municipal ordinances 11/16/2022 A-31-21 - State v. Jamal Wade (085198) (Passaic County and Statewide) State v. Jamal Wade 252 N.J. 209 (2022) First Appearance; Miranda warnings 08/24/2022 A-32-22-State v. Oscar R. Juracan-Juracan State v. Steven L. Bookman 251 N.J. 600 (2022) Automated Traffic System (ATS), traffic arrest warrant, hot pursuit doctrine, Fourth Amendment 08/17/2022 State v. Scott M. Hahn State v. Scott M. Hahn 473 N.J. Super. 349 (App. Div. 2022) Miranda rights; Miranda waiver 07/19/2022 In Re: Nino F. Falcone Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 07/19/2022 State v. Hindraj L. Balani State v. Hindraj L. Balani 473 N.J. Super 118 (Law Div. 2020) municipal appeal; 6:2-5; Penalty Collection Proceedings; N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.32(a); jurisdiction 07/15/2022 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. ALBERTO LO... - Published State v. Alberto Lopez 473 N.J. Super. 222 (App. Div. 2022) 6th amendment right to counsel; interrogation; impeachment; juvenile 06/30/2022 State v. Kyle Smart State v. Kyle Smart 473 N.J. Super. 87 (App. Div. 2022) warrantless search; automobile exception; motor vehicle stop; probable cause 06/28/2022 State v. David L. Smith State v. David L. Smith 251 N.J. 244 (2022) seizure of vehicle; traffic stop; tinted windows 06/22/2022 State v. David L. Smith State v. Abayuba Rivas 251 N.J. 132 (2022) self-incrimination; custodial interrogation; Miranda waiver; right to counsel 05/18/2022 Supreme Court Order - Cecilla Guzman In Re: Cecilia Sardina Guzman Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 05/16/2022 In Re: Guy W. Killen In Re: Guy W. Killen Order Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct; Ethics 05/02/2022 State v. O.D.A.-C State v. O.D.A.-C 250 N.J. 408 (2022) Miranda rights; Miranda waiver 04/25/2022 State v. Thomas Zingis State v. Thomas Zingis 471 N.J. Super. 590 (App. Div. 2022) Drunk driving; DWI: Alcotest; State v. Cassidy; Cassidy notice 04/18/2022 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. STEVE COTT... - Published State v. Steve Cotto, a/k/a/ Steven Sosa 471 N.J. Super. 489 (App. Div. 2022) Miranda rights; Miranda waiver; State v. Sims, __ N.J. __ (2022) 04/08/2022 State v. Nestor Francisco a/k/a Canela Lopez State v. Nestor Francisco a/k/a Canela Lopez 471 N.J. Super 386 (App. Div. 2022) Miranda rights; Miranda waiver; immigration status; immigration consequences 04/06/2022 In re: Nino F. Falcone Presentment In re: Nino F. Falcone Presentment Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct; Judges; Misconduct 04/06/2022 State v. M.B. State v. M.B. 471 N.J. Super. 376 (App. Div. 2022) Temporary restraining order (TRO); telephonic search warrant; weapons search 04/05/2022 State v. Michael A. Konecny State v. Michael A. Konecny 250 N.J. 321 (2022) DWI: Laurick; R. 7:10-2 (Post Conviction Relief); Municipal Court Practice Committee; uncounseled; right to counsel; increased custodial sentence; driving while suspended (DWS); N.J.S.A. 2C:40-26(b); post-conviction relief (PCR) 03/16/2022 State v. Anthony Sims, Jr. State v. Anthony Sims, Jr. 250 N.J. 189 (2022) Self-incrimination; Custodial interrogation; Miranda waiver 03/09/2022 State v. Michelangelo Troisi State v. Michelangelo Troisi 471 N.J. Super. 158 (App. Div. 2022) Use of Wireless Phone or Other Electronic Communication Device While Driving; N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.3 02/08/2022 State v. Laura Gonzalez State v. Laura Gonzalez 249 N.J. 612 (2022) Right to counsel; custodial interrogation 02/07/2022 State v. Matthew Diaz State v. Matthew Diaz 470 N.J. Super. 495 (App. Div. 2022) Waiver of Miranda rights, knowing and intelligent; suppression of incriminating statements; trickery or deception; custodial interrogation 02/01/2022 STATE OF NEW JERSEY V. J.T. - Published State v. J.T 470 N.J. Super. 106 (Ch. Div. 2020) Domestic violence; TRO; contempt charge 01/25/2022 State v. Peter Nyema/Jamar J. Myers State v. Peter Nyema/Jamar J. Myers 249 N.J. 509 (2022) Investigative stop; Terry stop; Search and seizure: auto; reasonable suspicion 01/20/2022 State v. Christopher Radel/Keith Terres State v. Christopher Radel/Keith Terres 249 N.J. 469 (2022) Search and seizure: protective sweep; warrantless entry; reasonable and articulable suspicion; imminent threat
  • Divorce, Overview, Divorce is called “dissolution” in New Jersey because you are “dissolving” a legal union. The process and information below are the same for a divorce, dissolution of a civil union, termination of a domestic partnership, or annulment., Who can file?, Either person in a marriage, civil union or domestic partnership can file for divorce in New Jersey as long as at least one person lives in the state. If you formed a domestic partnership or a civil union in New Jersey but now live in a different state, you might not be able to legally dissolve the union in your new state. In that case, you can file in New Jersey in the county where the civil union or domestic partnership took place., Do I need a lawyer to file a divorce case?, The decision to file for divorce is a difficult one, and having to work through the legal process on your own makes it even more difficult. For this reason, the court recommends that people filing for divorce, or people responding to a divorce complaint, speak to a lawyer. Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of  regional legal services offices. regional legal services offices  that provide free legal assistance to low-income residents.  The New Jersey State Bar Association has a list of lawyers who offer  lawyer referral services lawyer referral services   in the county where you live., Things to think about before representing yourself in court, While you have the right to represent yourself in court, you should not expect any special treatment, help, or attention from the court. You must still comply with the Rules of the Court, even if you are not familiar with them. The following is a list of some things the court staff can and cannot do for you. Please read it carefully before asking the court staff for help.  We  can  explain and answer questions about how the court works. We  can  tell you what the requirements are to have your case considered by the court. We  can  give you some information from your case file. We  can  provide you with samples of court forms that are available. We  can  provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. We  can  usually answer questions about court deadlines. We  cannot  give you legal advice. Only your lawyer can give you legal advice. We  cannot  tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court. We  cannot  give you an opinion about what will happen if you bring your case to court. We  cannot  recommend a lawyer, but we can provide you with the telephone number of a local lawyer referral service. We  cannot  talk to the judge for you about what will happen in your case. We  cannot  let you talk to the judge outside of court. We  cannot  change an order issued by a judge., Divorce Forms and Instructions, The New Jersey Judiciary has some of the forms you need. A list of the documents you must file are described below. The forms with CN numbers can be downloaded from the Judiciary website., Divorce Complaint A legal document that starts a lawsuit in the Family Division. It includes the filer’s information, reasons for the lawsuit, and what the filing party is asking for from the court. For example, child custody, child support, or alimony. Certification of Verification and Non-Collusion The person signing this is swearing under oath that the information in the divorce complaint is true; the complaint is not being filed for secret, illegal or dishonest reasons; and that there are no other legal actions or arbitrations pending in the case. Summons This is the official notice to the other person that a divorce complaint was filed against them. It also explains where and how to respond to the complaint and the deadline to file a response. Confidential Litigant Information Sheet Confidential Litigant Information Sheet (CN 10486 ) This form contains personal and confidential information the court needs to process the complaint and set up the case. Self-Represented Litigant Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) Alternatives Self-Represented Litigant Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) Alternatives The person signing this is swearing under oath that they read the document Descriptive Material (R. 5:4-2(h)) - Divorce or Dissolution - Dispute Resolution Alternatives to Conventional Litigation “Descriptive Material (R. 5:4-2(h)) Divorce or Dissolution - Dispute Resolution Alternatives to Conventional Litigation” (CN 10888) and they know that there are options available to try to settle their case instead of filing a complaint. Certification of Insurance Coverage This must include a list of all known insurance policies between the parties and any children. The person signing this is swearing under oath that the insurance information provided is true. Family Part Case Information Statement (CIS) Case Information Statement (CN 10482) This form must be filed by both parties if custody, support, alimony, or equitable distribution are in dispute., Important: If you file your case electronically, you must upload each of the required documents as a separate document. They cannot be filed together in one attachment., Where to find divorce forms and instructions., Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ), LSNJ has a  free divorce guide free divorce guide  that explains how to file for divorce, dissolve a civil union or terminate a domestic partnership if the reason for the divorce is irreconcilable differences, separation, desertion, or extreme cruelty. LSNJ also sells a  Complete divorce kit complete divorce kit , with instructions and all of the required forms, for $25., Superior Court Office of the Ombudsmen, You can get the required forms and instructions in your county courthouse. Contact your Ombudsman Directory local court ombudsman  for more information.  The ombudsman is a neutral staff person who answers questions, provides assistance, addresses concerns, and helps to guide court users through the court system. The ombudsman cannot give legal advice, however, because all court staff must be neutral and impartial.  Learn more about the ombudsman program. Learn more about the ombudsman program., Filing the Divorce Complaint, File your forms in the county in New Jersey where you lived when you separated. If you do not live in New Jersey, file your forms in the county in New Jersey where the other party lives. See  Divorce, Dissolution of Civil Union, Termination of Domestic Partnership, Nullity, Separate Maintenance Court Rule R. 5:7-1 for more information. If you are the person filing the complaint, you are considered the “plaintiff.”  The other party is considered the “defendant.” , Note: You must be 18 to file a complaint. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian must file the complaint for you., Grounds for Divorce, The complaint must include the legal reason(s) for the divorce according to New Jersey law.  In New Jersey these reasons are called the “grounds” for divorce. The following is a summary of frequently used legal grounds for divorce.  No-Fault or Irreconcilable Differences: You must meet the following requirements: You or the other party lived in New Jersey for 12 consecutive months before filing for divorce; You or the other party experienced irreconcilable differences for 6 months; and The irreconcilable differences are the reason you want to dissolve the marriage, civil union, or domestic partnership; and You are certain you will not reconcile. Separation : You and the other party have been living apart for at least 18 months. Extreme Cruelty : Certain factors must be proven. You should consult a lawyer or read N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2 to see if the law applies to your case. Other Grounds : These include adultery, institutionalization, and incarceration for an extended period. For more information, read N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2., 4 Steps to File a Divorce Complaint, Complete required documents., Divorce Complaint Certification of Verification and Non-Collusion Summons Confidential Litigant Information Sheet Confidential Litigant Information Sheet   Rule 5:4-2(h) Certification by Self-Represented Litigant - Appendix XXVII-B Certification by Self-Represented Litigant (Rule 5:4-2(h)) Certification of Insurance Coverage Case Information Statement Case Information Statement, File required documents., There are three filing options., Electronically, using the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) System . JEDS is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week so it is quick and convenient. The fee must be paid with a credit card. Once you upload your papers, you will automatically receive an email confirming that they were received., Important: When filing electronically, you must upload each of the required documents as a separate document. They cannot be filed together in one attachment., In person, at the courthouse in the county where you or the other person lives. Make three copies of your papers. Bring two copies to the court and keep one copy for your records. Bring your papers to the Superior Court Family Division Manager Conference Contact List Family Division in the county where you or the other person lives. You can pay the fee in cash or with a check or money order made out to, “Treasurer, State of New Jersey.”, By mail, . Make three copies of your papers. Mail two copies to the court and keep one copy for your records. You must pay the fee by including a check or money order made out to, “Treasurer, State of New Jersey.” Mail your papers to the Superior Court Family Division Manager Conference Contact List Family Division in the county where you or the other person lives. Certified mail is recommended., If you mail your papers, , you must also include a stamped, self-addressed envelope so the court can mail you a copy of the filed complaint. The filed copy will include a docket number that identifies your case.  Pay the filing fee or Court Fees and Fee Waivers request a fee waiver ., Plaintiff's Fees, Complaint Fee $300 Parenting Workshop Fee You must pay this additional fee and attend a parenting program if either party requests custody or parenting time. $25, Defendant's Fees, Filing Fee $175 Parenting Workshop Fee You must pay this additional fee and attend a parenting program if either party requests custody or parenting time. $25, Fee Waivers Do you qualify to have your fee waived?,  , Serve the other person., You must serve the other party with the divorce papers within 60 days of the date you filed your papers.  After you receive confirmation that your documents were filed correctly and you have a copy of the complaint with the docket number on it, you are ready to “serve” the other party (now the defendant) with a Summons, and all required documents. As part of this process you must prove to the court, in writing, that the other party received the divorce papers. This is referred to as “proof of service.”  There are two ways to have the other party served., County Sheriff’s Officer:, Contact the Sheriff’s Office in the county where you filed your complaint.  When a sheriff’s officer serves your papers, they will send proof of service to you and the court., Process Server:, These companies can be found online. Most do not send proof of service to the court so you must file an “Acknowledgement of Service” form with the court and include the process server’s receipt., Settle Your Case Before Filing a Complaint, Consider mediation or a similar settlement process to resolve custody, parenting time and financial issues before filing for divorce.  This allows you and the other party to come up with a plan that works best for you and your family with the help of a neutral, third person. If you reach an agreement the process is quicker, cheaper, private and often less upsetting., Settle Your Case After Filing a Complaint, Custody and Parenting Time Mediation., The court may require you to meet with a mediator to help you to resolve issues related to your children. , Early Settlement Panel (ESP)., If you are not able to resolve economic issues your case will be scheduled for review by an Early Settlement Panels Early Settlement Panel . The panel is made up of experienced divorce lawyers who will recommend a fair settlement of your case. Each county has an ESP coordinator. Contact your county's coordinator for more information., Economic Mediation, . If you do not resolve the economic issues at ESP, the court may require you to meet with a mediator to help you to resolve them. The court has a Economic Mediation in Family Law Cases list of approved economic mediators or you can choose someone who is not on the list. The court will not require mediation if there is a Domestic Violence restraining order between the parties. However, under certain circumstances, the victim can agree to go to economic mediation even if there is a restraining order., Arbitration., This is different from mediation because the arbitrator decides the outcome and the parties must agree in advance to accept the arbitrator’s decision. The parties choose the arbitrator, pay the fee, and agree in advance which issues the arbitrator will address. , Finding a Divorce Record, After a divorce case is final and a judgment of divorce is issued, the case is considered closed. Closed divorce records are kept in the county courthouse where the divorce was entered for a short time and then are stored by the  Superior Court Clerk's Office Superior Court Clerk's Office in Trenton. To get closed divorce records, contact the  , Superior Court Clerk's Office, at 609-421-6100 .
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  • Get Help, Call 911 in an emergency If you or someone you are with is in danger or having a physical or mental health crisis, call 911 right away., Statewide Call Center, The Judiciary’s statewide call center can help with general questions, technical issues, and attorney registration information.  Call  609-421-6100  Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. , Reach out to your local courthouse, Call your Ombudsman Directory, local ombudsman, for general customer service questions. They can help you find a court office, government services, and other resources. They can answer questions about court procedures and give you forms and other information if you are representing yourself in court., Special Accommodations, Ask for ADA Title II accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) . Request an Request an Interpreter for a Court Event interpreter for your upcoming court hearing . , Find an attorney, You can use the Statewide Attorney Index Statewide Attorney Index to search for certified attorneys in your area. The NJ State Bar Association also maintains a  County Bar Associations, list of county referral services, County Bar Associations,  , that might be helpful. Do you qualify for free legal services? Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of  Legal Services Offices, regional legal services offices., They also have a LSNJLAW - Legal Services of NJ helpful website for dealing with many different legal issues., Find a Case, For Superior and Tax Court cases, there are several Find a Case publicly available case systems for looking up different types of cases including civil, criminal and disciplinary cases. Users might be required to create a free Judiciary login account to use some systems. You can also request Copies of Court Records copies of court records , including https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/superior-court-clerks-office/copies-court-records#toc-locating-divorce-records divorce records , from the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. Filings from a recent case can be requested from the https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/vicinages Superior Court where the case was heard.   For the Appellate Division, check the https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/appellate#toc-calendars-and-locations calendars for upcoming cases , review Briefs from Argued Cases briefs of scheduled cases , watch Appellate Livestreams Appellate argument livestreams , and read Unpublished Appellate Court Opinions court opinions . For the Supreme Court, you can track Track Appeals Supreme Court appeals that have been added to the docket, watch New Jersey Supreme Court Webcast Supreme Court livestreaming , and read the Supreme Court Opinions Court’s opinions . , Child Support, Call 1-877-NJKiDS 1  (877-655-4371) for help with a child support matter., Report mistreatment, If you believe that you have been mistreated by court staff or court security personnel, you can Ombudsman Directory contact the ombudsman  or the  EEO/AA Staff Listing EEO office .  You can report judicial misconduct to the ACJC Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct. You can report attorney misconduct to the Attorney Ethics and Discipline Office of Attorney Ethics. If you are seeking reimbursement from an attorney who has been found guilty of stealing money, contact the Lawyers Fund for Attorney Ethics Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection., Mental Health Resources, Find New Jersey Mental Health Resources resources for a wide range of mental health concerns , from emergencies to veterans’ assistance. , Tell us about your day in court, Complete a Tell Us How We Are Doing customer satisfaction survey . We will use your feedback to improve our services.
  • Notable Cases - Overview, These cases deal with issues and outcomes that affect state law, legal procedures, or public interest.   Body, State v. Paul Caneiro, Jury selection is scheduled to begin in State v Paul Caneiro on Sept. 8 at 8:45 a.m. before Superior Court Assignment Judge Marc Lemieux, Monmouth County Courthouse, 71 Monument St., Freehold., State v. Ernest Troiano, Steven Mikulski, and Peter Byron, The April 25 sentencing in State v Peter Byron has been rescheduled to Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. at the Cape May County Courthouse, 9 N. Main St., Cape May Court House.  A trial date in State v Ernest Troiano has been scheduled for Sept. 22 before Superior Court Judge Bernard DeLury at the Cape May County Courthouse, 9 N. Main St., Cape May Court House. Jan. 22, 2025- ernest-troiano-motion to dismiss indictment Motion to dismiss indictment (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven-defense-reply-brief Defense Reply Brief (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven- micellaneous correspondence Micellaneous correspondence (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven-notice of motion to dismiss indictment Notice of motion to dismiss indictment (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven-motion to dismiss indictment Motion to dismiss indictment (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- states-response to troiano dismissal indicment State's Response to Dismissal Motion (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven-states-response to motion-brief to dismiss indictment State's response to motion Brief to dismiss indictment (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-scheduling-order Scheduling Order (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-letter-reply re qualification-of-jurors Letter Reply re Qualification of Jurors (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-letter-to-court-re-number-of-jurors Letter to Court re Number of Jurors (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-reply to-states-opposition Reply to State's opposition (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-states-response-to-motion-brief State's response to motion Brief (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-states response to motion to dismiss indictment-brief State's response to motion to dismiss indictment Brief (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- appellate- decision-re-motion for leave to appeal Appellate decision re motion for leave to appeal (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- byron-peter-compel-discovery-scheduling-order Compel Discovery Scheduling Orde r (Peter Byron) Jan. 22, 2025- byron-peter-brief-compel discovery Brief compel discovery (Peter Byron) Jan. 22, 2025- byron-peter motion to compel discovery Motion to compel discovery (Peter Byron) Jan. 22, 2025- mikulski-steven-letter-brief-re-motion-sever Letter Brief re motion Sever (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- Motion to Sever Motion to Sever (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- states-response-to-troiano-severance-motion State's Response to Severance Motion (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-motion-sever Motion Sever (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-amended-order-re-mo-to-dismiss-indictment Amended order re motion to dismiss indictment (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-motion-to-sever-scheduling-order Motion to Sever Scheduling Order (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest--order-granting-motion-to dismiss Order granting motion to dismiss (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest--orrder-re-defense-mo-to-dismiss-indictment Order Re Defense's motion to dismiss Indictment (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-letter-reply-to-court-re-opposition Letter Reply to Court re Opposition (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- Motion for leave to appeal filed with Appellate Division Motion for leave to appeal filed with Appellate Division (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-motion-to- dismiss-indictment Motion to dismiss indictment (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- State's response to motion to dismiss indictment Brief State's response to motion to dismiss indictment Brief (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 202- State's Objection to Continued Participation State's Objection to Continued Participation (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-reply-to-states-object-re-attorney-disqualification Reply to State's object re Attorney disqualification (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- Brief Reply defendant re motion to Sever Brief Reply defendant re motion to Sever (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- Compel Withdrawal Order Compel Withdrawal Order (Peter Byron) Jan. 22, 2025- State's Response re motion to compel discovery State's Response re motion to compel discovery (Peter Byron) Jan. 22, 2025- troiano-ernest-motion-to-sever-order Motion to Sever Order (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- Disqualify Attorney Letter Decision Disqualify Attorney Letter Decision (Ernest Troiano) Jan. 22, 2025- Motion in Limine Motion in Limine (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- State's response Brief re motion in Limine State's response Brief re motion in Limine (Steven Mikulski) Jan. 22, 2025- Motion to Sever Letter Decision Motion to Sever Letter Decision (Ernest Troiano), State v. Sean M. Higgins, The discretionary case conference scheduled for Aug. 21 has been changed to a testimonial hearing. The new time for the hearing is 1:30 p.m. before Superior Court Judge Michael Silvanio, room 208 at the Salem County Courthouse, 92 Market St., Salem, NJ. The matter will be in person and livestreamed on NJ Courts Court Sessions NJ Courts Court Sessions . A Miranda hearing is scheduled for Sept. 18 at 9 a.m. before Superior Court Judge Michael Silvanio, room 208 at the Salem County Courthouse, 92 Market St., Salem, NJ. The matter will be in person and livestreamed on NJ Courts Court Sessions NJ Courts Court Sessions . July 24, 2025 - Defense Letter Brief in Support of Motion to Suppress Statements Defense Letter Brief in Support of Motion to Suppress Statements July 24, 2025 - State Response to Motion to Suppress Evidence State Response to Motion to Suppress Evidence July 22, 2025 - Amended Scheduling Order Amended Scheduling Order July 17, 2025 - Higgins - Defense Brief Motion to Suppress Data Defense Brief Motion to Suppress Data July 8, 2025 - State Letter on Motion to Suppress Statement State Letter on Motion to Suppress Statement June 11, 2025 - Higgins Scheduling Order Scheduling Order June 10, 2025 - Higgins - Motion to Suppress Statement Motion to Suppress Statement June 10, 2025 - Higgins - Motion to Suppress Data Motion to Suppress Data April 15, 2025 - Higgins Order on Motion to Dismiss Order on Motion to Dismiss April 15, 2025 - Order on Motion to Compel Discovery Order on Motion to Compel Discovery April 9, 2025 - State Motion in Limine State Motion in Limine March 31, 2025 - State Brief on Motion for Additional Discovery (Blood Evidence) State Brief on Motion for Additional Discovery (Blood Evidence) March 31, 2025 - State Brief on Motion to Compel State Brief on Motion to Compel March 31, 2025 - State Brief on Motion to Dismiss State Brief on Motion to Dismiss March 10, 2025 - Defense Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Defense Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss March 10, 2025 - Defense Brief in Support of Motion to Compel Defense Brief in Support of Motion to Compel Feb. 5, 2025 - Higgins Scheduling Motion Scheduling Motion Feb. 5, 2025 - Higgins Notice to Withdraw Discovery Request (Blood Testing) Notice to Withdraw Discovery Request (Blood Testing) Feb. 5, 2025 - Higgins Motion for Discovery (Blood Testing) Motion for Discovery (Blood Testing) Feb. 4, 2025 - Motion to Dismiss Indictment Motion to Dismiss Indictment Feb. 4, 2025 - Motion for Discovery (Plea Offer) Motion for Discovery (Plea Offer) Jan. 8, 2025 - Arraignment Order Dec. 11, 2024 - Indictment Oct 23, 2024 - State Brief Oct 23, 2024 - Appellant Brief Oct. 22, 2024 – Appellate Division Order Oct. 18, 2024 - Order Dissolving Restraints Oct. 11, 2024 - Media Advisory Sept. 26, 2024 - L 221-24 Order to Show Cause Order to Show Cause Sept. 10, 2024 - Media Advisory Sept. 4, 2024 - Media Advisory, State v. George Norcross et al, July 23, 2025 - NJ State Bar Association Proposed Amicus Brief NJ State Bar Association Proposed Amicus Brief July 23, 2025 - NJ State Bar Association Motion to Appear as Amicus NJ State Bar Association Motion to Appear as Amicus June 16, 2025 - Brief of Amici Curiae June 11, 2025 - Appellant Brief Feb. 26, 2025 - Notice of Appeal Feb. 26, 2025 - Order and Statement of Reasons Feb. 24, 2025 - Norcross Withdrawal of Counsel Withdrawal of Counsel Jan. 3, 2025 - Defendant’s letter Re: Amici Curiae Jan. 3, 2025 - Motion to Suppress Evidence Jan. 3, 2025 - State’s Letter in Response to Motion to Compel Production of Wiretap Applications Jan. 3, 2025 - Brief in Support of Motion to Compel Production of Wiretap Applications Jan. 3, 2025 - State’s Letter Re: Amici Curiae Dec. 26, 2024 - Notice of Motion to Intervene as Amici Curiae Notice of Motion to Intervene as Amici Curiae Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (William Tambussi) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (William Tambussi) Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Sidney Brown) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Sidney Brown) Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (John O’Donnell) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (John O’Donnell) Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Dana Redd) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Dana Redd) Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Philip Norcross) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (Philip Norcross) Dec. 26, 2024 - Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (George Norcross) Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Indictment (George Norcross) Nov. 25, 2024 - State Brief in Opposition to Motion to Dismiss Indictment Nov. 25, 2024 - State Letter in Response to Motion to Compel Discovery Nov. 21, 2024 - Motion to Compel Discovery Nov. 7, 2024 - Consent Protective Order Oct. 15, 2024 - Letter to the Court Oct. 11, 2024 - Letter to the Court Oct. 11, 2024 - Notice of Appearance Oct. 1, 2024 –  Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss  (Sidney Brown) Oct. 1, 2024 – Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss (John O’Donnell) Oct. 1, 2024 – Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss (Philip Norcross) Oct. 1, 2024 – Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss (Dana Redd) Sept. 26, 2024 – Sept. 26, 2024 – Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss Brief in Support of Motion to Dismiss  (William Tambussi) Sept. 24, 2024 - Motion to Dismiss Sept. 9, 2024 - Media Advisory June 14, 2024 - Indictment, State v. Marty Small Sr. and La’Quetta Small, A final status conference for Marty Small Sr. and La’Quetta Small is scheduled for Sept. 25 at 9 a.m. before Superior Court Judge Bernard DeLury at the Atlantic County Criminal Courts Complex in Mays Landing. A final status conference  for Constance Days-Chapman will be held on Sept. 29 at 9 a.m. before Superior Court Judge Bernard DeLury at the Atlantic County Criminal Courts Complex in Mays Landing. Aug. 11, 2025 - Trial Order - Marty Small Trial Order (Marty Small) Aug. 11, 2025 - Trial Order - LaQuetta Small Trial Order (La’Quetta Small) July 30, 2025 - Motion to Suppress Recordings Letter Decision Motion to Suppress Recordings Letter Decision July 30, 2025 - Motion to Disqualify Letter Decision Motion to Disqualify Letter Decision July 9, 2025 - Motion to Dismiss Letter Decision (Constance Days-Chapman) June 25, 2025 - Wiretap Conflict Correspondence June 25, 2025 - Wiretap Post Argument Order June 25, 2025 - Wiretap Letter June 25, 2025 - Wiretap Order June 13, 2025 - Server Order - State v Marty Small Sr. and La'Quetta Small Sever Order June 11, 2025 - Protective Order Electronic Evidence - Updated June 10, 2025 Protective Order Electronic Evidence May 16, 2025 - Motion to Dismiss Letter Decision (La’Quetta Small) Motion to Dismiss Letter Decision (La’Quetta Small) May 1, 2025 - Motion for Discovery (La'Quetta Small) May 1, 2025 - Motion to Sever (La'Quetta Small) May 1, 2025 - Motion for joinder decision (Marty Small) May 1, 2025 - Motion to dismiss letter decision (Marty and La'Quetta Small) April 15, 2025 - Small Cellphone Suppression Decision Small Cellphone Suppression Decision April 15, 2025 - Small Cellphone Suppression Order Small Cellphone Suppression Order April 15, 2025 - Small Home Suppression Decision Small Home Suppression Decision April 15, 2025 - Small Home Suppression Order Small Home Suppression Order April 15, 2025 - Small Vehicles Suppression Decision Small Vehicles Suppression Decision April 15, 2025 - Small Vehicles Suppression Order Small Vehicles Suppression Order Jan. 29, 2025 - La'Quetta Small Motion to Dismiss La'Quetta Small Motion to Dismiss Jan. 29, 2025 - Marty Small Motion to Dismiss Marty Small Motion to Dismiss Jan. 23, 2025 - Brief in Support of Motion for Recusal and Suppression (Marty Small) Brief in Support of Motion for Recusal and Suppression (Marty Small) Jan. 23, 2025 - Defense Letter to Judge (Constance Days-Chapman) Defense Letter to Judge (Constance Days-Chapman) Jan. 23, 2025 - Defense Reply Brief in Motion to Suppress (Constance Days-Chapman) Defense Reply Brief in Motion to Suppress (Constance Days-Chapman) Jan. 23, 2025 - Motion to Suppress Scheduling Order (Marty Small) Motion to Suppress Scheduling Order (Marty Small) Jan. 23, 2025 - State Letter in Response to Suppress (Constance Days-Chapman) State Letter in Response to Suppress (Constance Days-Chapman) Jan. 23, 2025 - Motion to Suppress Scheduling Order (Constance Days-Chapman) Motion to Suppress Scheduling Order (Constance Days-Chapman) Jan. 23, 2025 - Defense Motion to Suppress and Brief (Constance Days-Chapman) Defense Motion to Suppress and Brief (Constance Days-Chapman) Jan. 2, 2025 - Marty Small indictment (24-12-3927) Jan. 2, 2025 - Marty Small and La’Quetta Small indictment (24-09-2951) Jan. 2, 2025 - Constance Days Chapman indictment, Fair Share Housing (COAH), Supreme Court, COAH Case & Related Filings COAH Order COAH Order In re Declaratory Judgment Actions - App. Div. Opinion In re Declaratory Judgment Actions - App. Div. Opinion Supreme Court COAH Case & Related Filings March 10, 2015 -  COAH Case Supreme Court opinion COAH Case Supreme Court opinion Mount Laurel Judges Mount Laurel Judges
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