- 3:26-3-Bail for Witness 3:26-3, Authority to Issue., A Superior Court judge may, on application, conduct proceedings under N.J.S.A. 2C:104-1 et seq. as to any person who can give testimony relevant to the prosecution or defense of a pending indictment, accusation, or complaint for a crime or a criminal investigation before a grand jury. , Application., The application shall be captioned in Superior Court and titled "In the Matter of (name of person alleged to be a material witness)". The application shall include a copy of the pending indictment, complaint, or accusation and an affidavit containing: (1) the name and address of the person alleged to be a material witness, (2) a summary of the facts believed to be known by the alleged material witness and the relevance to the criminal action or investigation, (3) the grounds for belief that the person has material and necessary information concerning the pending criminal action or investigation, and (4) the reasons why the alleged material witness is unlikely to respond to a subpoena. If the application requests an arrest warrant, the affidavit shall set forth why immediate arrest is necessary. , Order to Appear., If there is probable cause to support issuance of a material-witness order against the person named in the application, the court may order the person to appear at a hearing to determine whether the person should be adjudged a material witness. The order and a copy of the application shall be served personally on the alleged material witness at least 48 hours before the hearing, unless the judge adjusts the time period for good cause, and shall advise the person of: (1) the time and place of the hearing, and (2) the right to be represented by an attorney and to have an attorney appointed if the person cannot afford one. , Warrant for Immediate Detention., If there is clear and convincing evidence that the person will not be available as a witness unless immediately detained, the court may issue an order requiring that the person be brought before the court immediately. If the detention does not take place during regular court hours, the person shall be brought to the emergency-duty Superior Court judge. The judge shall inform the person: (1) the reason for detention, (2) the time and place of the hearing to determine whether the person is a material witness, and (3) that the person has a right to an attorney and to have an attorney appointed if the person cannot afford one. The judge shall set conditions for release, or, if there is clear and convincing evidence that the person will not be available as a witness unless detention is continued, the judge may order the person held until the material-witness hearing, which shall take place as soon as practicable but no later than 48 hours after detention. , Detention Without Prior Court Authorization., Where a law enforcement officer has detained an alleged material witness without prior court authorization, the law enforcement officer shall immediately bring the person before a Superior Court judge. If the detention does not take place during regular court hours, the person shall be brought to the emergent duty Superior Court judge. The judge shall determine whether there is probable cause to believe that the person is a material witness of a crime and, if an indictment, accusation, or complaint for that crime has not issued or if a grand jury has not commenced a criminal investigation of that crime, the judge shall determine whether there is probable cause to believe that, within 48 hours of the detention, an indictment, accusation, or complaint will issue or a grand jury investigation will commence. The judge will then proceed as if an application for an order had been made under paragraph (b). , Material Witness Hearing., At the material-witness hearing, the person shall have the rights: (1) to be represented by an attorney and to have an attorney appointed if the person cannot afford one, (2) to be heard and to present witnesses and evidence, and (3) unless otherwise sealed by the court for exceptional circumstances, to have all of the evidence in support of the application, and (4) to confront and cross-examine witnesses. If there is probable cause to believe that the person possesses information material to the prosecution of a pending criminal action and is unlikely to respond to subpoena, the judge shall: (1) set forth findings of facts on the record, and (2) set the conditions of release of the material witness. , Conditions of Release or Detention., Conditions of release for a material-witness or for a person held on an application for a material-witness order shall be the least restrictive to effect the order of the court including but not limited to: (1) placing the witness in the custody of a designated person or organization agreeing to supervise the person; (2) restricting the travel, association, or place of abode of the person during the period of detention; (3) requiring the person to report; (4) setting bail, or (5) imposing other reasonable restrictions on the material witness. No person may be detained unless the judge finds, by clear and convincing evidence, that detention is the only method that will secure the appearance of the material witness. A person detained as a material witness or pending a material-witness hearing shall be lodged in appropriate quarters and shall not be held in a jail or prison. , Deposition., The prosecutor, defendant, or material witness may apply to the Superior Court for an order directing that a deposition be taken to preserve the witness's testimony, for use at trial if the witness becomes unavailable, as provided by Rule 3:13- 2. After a deposition has been taken, the judge shall vacate the material-witness order and impose the least restrictive conditions to secure the appearance of the material witness. , Reconsideration of Material Witness Order., On motion of the material witness, prosecutor, or defendant, a material witness order may be reconsidered at any time by the court that entered the order. Note: Source -- R.R. 3:9-4. First paragraph re-designated paragraph (a) and paragraphs (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) and (g) added July 14, 1992 to be effective September 1, 1992; paragraph (g) amended July 13, 1994 and December 9, 1994, to be effective January 1, 1995; paragraphs (a), (b), (c) and (d) amended, former paragraphs (e), (f), and (g) amended and redesignated as paragraphs (f), (g), and (h), and new paragraphs (e) and (i) adopted July 10, 1998 to be effective September 1, 1998. Part 3
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- 3:26-7-Exoneration 3:26-7 When the condition of the recognizance has been satisfied or the forfeiture thereof has been set aside or remitted, the court shall exonerate the obligors and release any monetary bail. A surety may be exonerated by a deposit of cash in the amount of the recognizance or by a timely surrender of the defendant into custody. Note: Source -- R.R. 3:9-8; amended August 30, 2016 to be effective January 1, 2017. Part 3
- Reporting Instructions for jurors summonsed on, August 21st, 2025, . , If you are assigned to a trial or are asked to return for continuation of jury selection, you MUST follow the Judge's reporting instructions. , PETIT JURORS:, No Jurors , are required to report on Thursday, August 21st,2025. Your service is complete for 3 years. GRAND JURORS: Grand Jurors who are sworn are required to report to the Hall of Justice. Thank you very much for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system during these extraordinary times. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for personal identifiers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Message from Assignment Judge Deborah Silverman Katz, As a juror you play a critical role in our justice system by assuring that disputes are resolved fairly and impartially. I understand that jury service often is an inconvenience and appreciate your willingness to serve. I am sure that through your experience as a juror, you will gain valuable insights into the operation of our courts. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at ., Juror Parking Directions, Camden County Hall of Justice 101 South 5th Street Camden, New Jersey 08103 856-650-9100, Parking for Camden County Hall of Justice, Free parking is available for jurors at the juror parking lot, located one block from the Hall of Justice at Parking lot on 100 3rd Street 100 S. 3rd St . (on the corner of Martin Luther King Blvd. and 3rd St.) Take Martin Luther King Blvd. to 3rd Street and make a right. The parking lot will be on your left. Please have your juror information available to show the attendant upon entering the lot., Public Transportation to Camden County Hall of Justice, The PATCO Hi-Speedline stops at Broadway and City Hall stations, one block from the Hall of Justice. NJ Transit stops at Broadway Station or City Hall., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Please be advised that the term of service for petit jurors is one day or for the duration of one trial if selected. If you are not selected on your date of service and not told by the trial judge to return the following day to complete jury selection, your term of service is completed that day. Once your service is completed, you may request to be excused if summoned again within three years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-650-9085 .
- REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PETIT JURORS SCHEDULED FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 18, 2025., OUR FREE PARKING GARAGE IS LOCATED BEHIND 129 HOOPER AVENUE. PROCEED TO GROUND LEVEL AND UTILIZE THE NEW PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALK TO CROSSOVER TO THE 100 HOOPER AVENUE ENTRANCE INTO THE COURTHOUSE. PLEASE BRING YOUR SUMMONS CARD WITH YOU, IF POSSIBLE. , PLEASE REPORT TO THE OCEAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE PER THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. EMAIL AND TEXT MESSAGES WERE SENT TO ALL CONFIRMED JURORS REGARDING REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS, AS WELL., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS #00001-#00378,, please report on, Monday, August 18, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS # 00379-#00697, , please report on, Monday, August 18, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS # 00698-#01008, , please report on, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS # 01009-#01433, , please report on, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS # 01434-#01795,, please report on, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS # 01796-#02122,, please report on, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., CONFIRMED PETIT JURORS# 02123-#03009,, your service is now complete. You are now excused and should not be summoned again for at least three years. Please resume your normal activities. Thank you for your willingness to serve. Jurors returning on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, please check reporting instructions that will be emailed/texted to you on Friday, August 22, 2025. Thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Message from Assignment Judge Francis Hodgson Jr., Thank you for serving the Ocean County Court. Jurors are an essential part of our justice system. I hope that you enjoy your time as a juror while you are performing this invaluable service. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at ., Juror Parking Directions, Ocean County Courthouse 100 Hooper Avenue Toms River, New Jersey 08754 732-504-0700 Jurors may park for free at the parking garage located behind 129 Hooper Avenue. If using GPS, please enter 129 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753 Directions 129 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753 There are 3 points of entry into the parking garage: Madison Avenue, Hadley Avenue or Washington Street. Please allow 10 minutes to cross over to Jury Assembly. You may park on any of the 5 levels. However, please refrain from parking in the spots identified as “RESERVED" The skywalk is located on the 3rd floor level of the garage and allows for you to cross Hooper Avenue safely. Once you cross Hooper Avenue via the skywalk, you will see a sign directing you to the street level. You may use the elevator OR the stairs to bring you down to street level on Hooper Avenue. Once on the street level proceed through the door facing the courthouse go to the left. Follow the sidewalk heading South toward Washington Street, past the entrance to the Justice Complex and you will see the entrance to 100 A Hooper Avenue on the right. , Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are required to be available for one week of service. You must call, check the recorded message, or check the website each evening prior to your service to obtain instructions regarding whether you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection process, and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected to serve again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 732-504-0633 .
- Instructions for Petit, Grand, and State Grand Jurors for the week of, August 18th, 2025, Petit Jurors, Unless otherwise instructed by the court; All jurors are now excused., Grand Jurors:, Please follow the instructions for your specific panel., State Grand Jurors:, Please follow the instructions you have been given. If you have any questions, please call 609-571-4497., All Jurors:, Thank you very much for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system. Our office hours of operation are: Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 4:30PM. In case of inclement weather, please call 609-288-9500 for updated information on closings or delayed openings before coming to the courthouse. If the web message is not updated, please call 609-288-9499 for reporting instructions. Jurors assigned to a trial must follow the Judge's instructions until excused. Jurors inquiring about hardships before they serve are advised that documentation is required. Please visit Frequently Asked Questions About Jury Service | NJ Courts for the information on acceptable documentation. Send the documentation to burjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or fax to 609-288-9486. , Juror Scam Warning:, The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for personal identifiers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Message from Assignment Judge Terrence R. Cook, Welcome to jury duty. Jurors serve an indispensable function in civil and criminal trials. The jury system in this country is constitutionally mandated and serves to protect and promote the rights of civil litigants and criminal defendants. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at ., Juror Parking Directions, Parking is available in the Jurors' Parking Lot on Rancocas Road (between High Street and King Street) or on either side of Park Drive. NOTE: The Shoppers' Parking lot on Rancocas Road between High Street and Park Drive is one hour parking only. You may park in the municipal lots, if needed. Please do not park illegally in any lot or you will risk a ticket. Jurors with disabilities should seek assistance from Parking Security in the employee lot located on King Street., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are on call for 1 week. You must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of the jury selection process and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 609-288-9500 ext. 38031
- 3:26-6-Forfeiture 3:26-6, Declaration; Notice. Declaration; Notice., Upon breach of a condition of a recognizance, the court on its own motion shall order forfeiture of the monetary bail, and the finance division manager shall forthwith send notice of the forfeiture, by ordinary mail, to county counsel, the defendant, and any surety or insurer, bail agent or agency whose names appear on the bail recognizance. Notice to any insurer, bail agent or agency shall be sent to the address recorded in the Bail Registry maintained by the Clerk of the Superior Court pursuant to R. 1:13-3. The notice shall direct that judgment will be entered as to any outstanding monetary bail absent a written objection seeking to set aside the forfeiture, which must be filed within 75 days of the date of the notice. The notice shall also advise the insurer that if it fails to satisfy a judgment entered pursuant to paragraph (c), and until satisfaction is made, it shall be removed from the Bail Registry and its bail agents and agencies, guarantors, and other persons or entities authorized to administer or manage its bail bond business in this State will have no further authority to act for it, and their names, as acting for the insurer, will be removed from the Bail Registry. In addition the bail agent or agency, guarantor or other person or entity authorized by the insurer to administer or manage its bail bond business in this State who acted in such capacity with respect to the forfeited bond will be precluded, by removal from the Bail Registry, from so acting for any other insurer until the judgment has been satisfied. The court shall not enter judgment until the merits of any objection are determined either on the papers filed or, if the court so orders for good cause, at a hearing. In the absence of objection, judgment shall be entered as provided in paragraph (c), but the court may thereafter remit it, in whole or in part, pursuant to the court rules and/or administrative directives, including but not limited to the Revised Remission Guidelines. , Setting Aside., The court may, either before or after the entry of judgment, direct that an order of forfeiture or judgment be set aside, in whole or in part, pursuant to the court rules and/or administrative directives, including but not limited to the Revised Remission Guidelines, upon such conditions as it imposes. , Enforcement; Remission., In the absence of a motion, when a forfeiture is not set aside or satisfied, the court shall, upon expiration of the 75 days provided for in paragraph (a), summarily enter a judgment of default for any outstanding bail and execution may issue thereon. The time period of 75 days may be extended by the court to permit one stay by consent order of no more than 30 days. Entry of judgment shall follow, unless upon motion to the court a longer period is permitted based upon a finding of exceptional circumstances. After entry of such judgment, the court may remit it in whole or in part, pursuant to the court rules and/or administrative directives, including but not limited to the Revised Remission Guidelines. If, following the court's decision on an objection pursuant to paragraph (a) of this rule, the forfeiture is not set aside or satisfied in whole or in part, the court shall enter judgment for any outstanding bail and, in the absence of satisfaction thereof, execution may issue thereon. Judgments entered pursuant to this rule shall also advise the insurer that if it fails to satisfy a judgment, and until satisfaction is made, it shall be removed from the Bail Registry and its bail agents and agencies, guarantors, and other persons or entities authorized to administer or manage its bail bond business in this State will have no further authority to act for it, and their names, as acting for the insurer, will be removed from the Bail Registry, as provided in paragraph (a). A copy of the judgment entered pursuant to this rule is to be served by ordinary mail to county counsel, and on any surety or any insurer, bail agent or agency named in the judgment. Notice to any insurer, bail agent or agency shall be sent to the address recorded in the Bail Registry. In any contested proceeding, county counsel shall appear on behalf of the government. County counsel shall be responsible for collection of forfeited amounts. Note: Source -- R.R. 3:9-7(a) (b) (c) (first sentence) (d); paragraphs (a) and (c) amended July 10, 1998 to be effective September 1, 1998; paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) amended July 28, 2004 to be effective September 1, 2004; paragraph (a) amended August 30, 2016 to be effective January 1, 2017; paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) amended July 28, 2017 to be effective September 1, 2017. Part 3
- Municipal Job Information, Job Title: Part-Time Office Assistant II (24 hours) Vicinage: Gloucester Municipal Court: Washington Twp Municipal Court Posted: Aug. 20, 2025
- Part-Time Office Assistant II (24 hours) - Washington Township
- 3:26-5-Justification of Sureties 3:26-5 Every surety, except an approved corporate surety, shall justify by affidavit and be required to describe therein the property by which the surety proposes to justify and the encumbrances thereon, the number and amount of other recognizances and undertakings for monetary bail entered into by the surety and remaining undischarged, if any, and all the surety's other liabilities. No recognizance shall be approved unless the surety thereon shall be qualified. Note: Source -- R.R. 3:9-6; amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994; amended August 30, 2016 to be effective January 1, 2017. Part 3
- Instructions for Petit Jurors for the week of August 18, 2025, Petit Jurors:, Your service is no longer required, and you are released for the week. Service is complete for a minimum of 3 years. Thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror's banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. , Message from Assignment Judge Marc C. Lemieux, Welcome to jury duty. Thank you for serving as a juror, representing the community that is Monmouth County . Jurors are an important part of our justice system and jury trials are a key protection within that system. It is an honor to participate as a juror, as well as a civic responsibility. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 732-358-8700 ext. 87075 or by email at Monjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Monmouth County Courthouse 71 Monument Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728 732-358-8700 Public parking areas are located directly behind the Courthouse. Please do not park on the street or you will risk a ticket and is severely restricted., Public Transportation:, Public transportation to the Monmouth County Courthouse is available via several bus routes operated by NJ TRANSIT and Monmouth County. Direct bus service to the courthouse is available on selected local county routes serving Asbury Park, Red Bank and Marlboro. Additional regional bus routes connect New York City, Newark, Old Bridge, Lakewood and Toms River to the Freehold Centre Bus Terminal located at Broad, Throckmorton and West Main Streets (at the railroad tracks) in Freehold Borough; just a few blocks from the Courthouse. Local routes require exact fare but accept dollar bills and most U.S. coins. The following provides an overview of service on these routes:, Local Bus Routes: , Route Name: 833, Operator(s): NJ TRANSIT Service Between: Red Bank, Red Bank Rail Station, Shrewsbury, Lincroft, Brookdale College, Colts Neck, Monmouth County Human Services Building, Freehold Borough, Freehold Raceway Mall Hours of Operation: 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM - Weekdays Only Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-922-3034 (732) 922 - 3034 ., Route Name: 836, Operator(s): NJ TRANSIT Service Between: Asbury Park, Asbury Park Transportation Center, Neptune Township, Jersey Shore Medical Center, Wall Township, Howell Township, Freehold Township, Monmouth County Human Services Building, Freehold Borough, Monmouth County Courthouse, Freehold Raceway Mall, Centra State Medical Center Hours of Operation: 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM - Weekdays, Weekends and Most Holidays Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-922-3034 (732) 922 - 3034 ., Route Name: Marlboro - Freehold Raceway Mall Shuttle, Operator(s): Laidlaw Transit, Inc. Service Between: Marlboro Plaza, Marlboro Greens, Covered Bridge, Monmouth County Library, Manalapan Mall, Greenbriar, Manalapan Senior Center, Monmouth County Courthouse, Freehold Centre, Hudson Manor, Applewood Estates, Wyndham Place, Raintree, Freehold Raceway Mall Hours of Operation: 8:45 AM to 7:00 PM - Weekdays Only - Limited Service Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-431-6480 (732) 431 - 6480 ., New Jersey Transit:, New Jersey Transit Bus Information - NJ Transit http://www.njtransit.com/ Laidlaw Transit, Inc. - 732-536-3485 732-536-3485 Monmouth County Transportation Information Center - 732-780-1121 732-780-1121 Monmouth County Division of Transportation - 732-431-6485 732-431-6485, Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Effective November 9, 2020, petit jurors are on call for 1 trial. You must call or check the website each evening after 5:00 pm during your service to obtain instructions regarding whether and what time you must report to the courthouse the next day. If you are required to report, you must bring the summons postcard and a form of photo identification. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection and the trial. After your service is complete, you will not be summoned to serve as a juror for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 732-358-8700 ext. 87075
- CUMBERLAND COUNTY JURY REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 18th, 2025., Jurors are, Not, needed for the remainder of the week Your service is complete. Thank you. Jurors who are currently in trial please continue to follow the reporting instructions of the trial judge and/or our texts and emails. There is a free parking garage located at 115 Vine St. Only clear drinking containers are permitted in the courthouse. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the jury assembly room if you would like to bring lunch/snacks. In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call, 856-878-5070, ,, option 1, . At this time no excusals will be granted by our office. You will have the opportunity to speak with the Judge during the selection process., The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Please contact the jury management office with any questions at 856-878-5050, ext. 15160 or by email at: cumjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov Thank You. Jury Management, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 or by email at Cumjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 856-878-5050 Parking for jurors and court users is available in the county parking garage (parking is garage is available from 8:00am-6:00pm only) located on Vine Street behind the prosecutor's office building (west of Fayette Street and Vine Street intersection). Some local street parking is also available. A parking garage is located on Vine Street for juror parking. Additional parking at 99 West Broad Street (county office building)., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors term of service is one week unless selected for a trial which will require your service for the duration of that trial. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 .
- Tax Court Judge Mark Cimino has relocated to the 7th floor of the Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex in Trenton. Judge Cimino’s address for mail and hand delivery and his telephone number are now as follows: Hon. Mark Cimino, J.T.C. Tax Court of New Jersey Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex P.O. Box 975 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2922 ext. 54585 In-person hearings before Judge Cimino will continue to be held in the Tax Court courtroom on the 7th floor of the Hughes Justice Complex. Document Date: Aug. 20, 2025 Publish Date: Aug. 20, 2025 Download Notice
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- 3:26-8-Bail Sufficiency; Source Hearing 3:26-8, Time and Notice., Where a defendant has posted monetary bail the State may request either orally or in writing, at any time prior to the commencement of trial, a hearing pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13. The request shall be made on notice to the defendant's counsel, or on notice to the defendant if he or she is unrepresented at the time the request is made. , Request for Hearing., If the State requests a hearing pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13 and the defendant is charged with a crime enumerated in paragraph (a) of N.J.S.A. 2A:162-12, the court shall conduct a hearing within the time prescribed by section (c) hereof. If the State requests a hearing pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13 and the defendant is not charged with a crime enumerated in paragraph (a) of N.J.S.A. 2A:162-12, the State must demonstrate a reasonable and well grounded basis to warrant an inquiry by the court regarding: the reliability of the obligor or person posting cash bail, the value and sufficiency of any security offered, the relationship of the obligor or person posting cash bail to the defendant, and the defendant's interest in ensuring that the bail is not forfeited, or whether the funds used to post the cash bail or secure the bail bond were acquired as a result of criminal or unlawful conduct. If the court grants the State's request for a hearing as to a defendant who is not charged with a crime enumerated in paragraph (a) of N.J.S.A. 2A:162-12, the court shall set forth on the record and in the bail order the reasons for granting the request. , Time of Hearing., The court shall conduct a hearing required or authorized pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13 within three (3) business days after monetary bail is posted or proffered if defendant is incarcerated, or within a reasonable period of time after granting the request if the defendant has been released on bail. , Release of Defendant; Failure to Appear., If the defendant has not yet been released when the State requests a hearing for a person charged with a crime enumerated in N.J.S.A. 2A:162-12 or when the court grants a request for a hearing for any other offense, the defendant shall remain in custody until further order of the court. If the defendant has already been released after posting monetary bail, the conditions of the defendant's pretrial release status shall be maintained until the completion of the hearing and the defendant will be notified when to appear in court for the hearing. Should the defendant fail to appear for the hearing the monetary bail shall be forfeited and a warrant shall issue for the arrest of the defendant. , Hearing., At the hearing pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13, the court may order the examination, under oath or otherwise, of any person who may possess relevant information, and may inquire into any matter appropriate to its determination, including, but not limited to, the following: The character, background and reputation of the person posting cash bail; The relationship of the person posting cash bail or securing a bail bond to the defendant; The source of any money posted as cash bail and whether any such money constitutes the fruits of criminal or unlawful conduct; The character, background and reputation of any person who has indemnified or agreed to indemnify an obligor on the bond; The character, background, and reputation of any obligor, or, in the case of a surety bond, the qualifications of the surety and its executing agent; The source of any money or property deposited by any obligor as security and whether such money or property constitutes the fruits of criminal or unlawful conduct; and The source of any money or property delivered or agreed to be delivered by any obligor as indemnification on the bond and whether such money or property constitutes the fruits of criminal or unlawful conduct. , Order., At the conclusion of the hearing, the court shall make specific findings of fact and issue an order complying with N.J.S.A. 2A:162-13(b) regarding the person posting or proffering cash bail or serving as obligor on any bond, the sufficiency and value of the security for monetary bail posted or proffered by the defendant, the source of funds used to post cash bail or secure a bail bond and identifying the approved source(s) of monetary bail. The defendant shall not be released from custody unless he or she complies with the conditions of the court's order. If the defendant has already been released, he or she shall be returned to custody, immediately, and not be released until the conditions of the court order regarding the bail are satisfied. Nothing herein shall prevent the court from otherwise setting monetary bail, or altering monetary bail on motion therefor, in accordance with the rules of court. Note: Adopted July 9, 2008 to be effective September 1, 2008; paragraphs (a), (c), (d), (f), and (g) amended August 30, 2016 to be effective January 1, 2017. Part 3
- 3:28-1-Eligibility for Pretrial Intervention 3:28-1, Age., To be eligible to apply for admission into the pretrial intervention program, a person must be: age 18 or older at the time of the commission of the offense for which an application is made, or a juvenile at the time of the commission of the offense, who is treated as an adult under R. 5:22-1 or R. 5:22-2. , Residence., Non-residents are eligible to apply for the pretrial intervention program but may be denied enrollment unless they can demonstrate that they can receive effective counseling or supervision. , Persons Ineligible to Apply for Pretrial Intervention., , Prior Diversion., A person who has previously been enrolled in a program of pretrial intervention; previously been placed into supervisory treatment in New Jersey under the conditional discharge statute pursuant to N.J.S.A. 24:21-27 or N.J.S.A. 2C:36A-1, or the conditional dismissal statute, N.J.S.A. 2C:43-13.1 et seq.; previously was granted a dismissal due to successful participation in the Veterans Diversion Program pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:43-23 et seq.; or previously was enrolled in a diversionary program under the laws of any other state or the United States for a felony or indictable offense, shall be ineligible to apply for admission into pretrial intervention. , Non-Criminal Matters., A person who is charged with a disorderly persons offense, a petty disorderly persons offense, an ordinance or health code violation or a similar violation shall be ineligible to apply for pretrial intervention, except that a person who is charged with a disorderly persons offense or a petty disorderly persons offense involving domestic violence may apply for pretrial intervention. , Persons Ineligible for Pretrial Intervention Without Prosecutor Consent to Consideration of the Application., The following persons who are not ineligible for pretrial intervention under paragraph (c) shall be ineligible for pretrial intervention without prosecutor consent to consideration of the application: Certain Crimes. A person who is charged with a crime, or crimes, for which there is a presumption of incarceration or a mandatory minimum period of parole ineligibility. Prior Convictions. A person who has previously been convicted of an indictable offense in New Jersey, or its equivalent under the laws of another state or of the United States. , Cases Where There is a Presumption Against Admission in Pretrial Intervention., , Public Officer or Employee., Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:43-12(b)(2)(a) there shall be a presumption against admission for a person who was a public officer or employee and who is charged with a crime that involved or touched the public office or employment. , Crime or Offense Involving Domestic Violence., Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:43-12(b)(2)(b), there shall be a presumption against admission into PTI for a defendant charged with any crime or offense involving domestic violence, as defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:25-19, (a) if the defendant committed the crime or offense while subject to a temporary or permanent restraining order issued pursuant to the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act, N.J.S.A. 2C:25-17 et seq., or (b) if the crime or offense charged involved violence or the threat of violence, which means (i) the victim sustained serious or significant bodily injury as defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:11-1, (ii) the actor was armed with and used a deadly weapon or threatened by word or gesture to use a deadly weapon as defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:11-1, or (iii) the actor threatened to inflict serious or significant bodily injury as defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:11-1. , Submission of Statement with the Application., To rebut the presumption against admission set forth in subparagraphs (1) and (2) of this paragraph, applicants shall include with their application for admission a statement of the extraordinary and compelling circumstances that justify consideration of the application notwithstanding the presumption against admission. Note: Adopted September 15, 2017 to be effective July 1, 2018; paragraphs (c) and (d) amended July 27, 2018 to be effective September 1, 2018. Part 3
- 3:26-9-Disclosures to Pretrial Services Program: Confidentiality 3:26-9 No statement or other disclosure, written or otherwise, made by a defendant to the Pretrial Services Program may be used by the prosecution to prove any crime or offense alleged in the pending case. Except as provided in paragraph (c) or (d), all statements or other disclosures, written or otherwise, made by a defendant to the Pretrial Services Program shall be used only for the purposes of (1) making recommendations to the court concerning the release or detention of the defendant, (2) monitoring or enforcing any nonmonetary release conditions, or (3) determining the defendant's eligibility for the services of the Office of the Public Defender, and shall otherwise remain confidential. Nothing in paragraphs (a) or (b) shall be construed to limit the use of any such disclosure in any subsequent prosecution for: Fraudulently obtaining pretrial release, or Fraudulently obtaining the services of the public defender. Nothing in paragraphs (a) or (b) shall be construed to limit the use of any such disclosure: In pretrial release modification or revocation proceedings, or For the purpose of compiling presentence reports. To the extent that paragraphs (b), (c), or (d) authorize the use of a disclosure, such disclosure shall be limited to the minimum information necessary to facilitate the authorized use and shall not be used if the information is available from another source. At the defendant's initial interview by the Pretrial Services Program, the defendant shall be advised of the permissible uses of any statements or disclosures made to the Pretrial Services Program. Note: Adopted July 28, 2017 to be effective September 1, 2017. Part 3
- 3:29-Statement Of Reasons For Disposition Of Motion Or Application 3:29 The court shall place on the record the reasons supporting its decision on a motion to dismiss an indictment, accusation or complaint, or on an application for diversion, change or reduction of sentence, or other disposition of a criminal matter. Note: Adopted July 29, 1977 to be effective September 6, 1977. Part 3
- 3:28-2-Timing of Application 3:28-2 Applications for pretrial intervention shall be made at the earliest possible opportunity, including before indictment, but in any event no later than the Initial Case Disposition Conference, unless good cause is shown or consent by the prosecutor is obtained. Note: Adopted September 15, 2017 to be effective July 1, 2018. Part 3