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Mental Health Supervision, *In case of emergency: If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or an Primary Screening Service in Each County emergency crisis center right away. If you are on probation and have mental health concerns, you might be eligible for specialized supervision. A specially trained probation officer will supervise you, track your progress, and help you find the services you need. Ask your probation officer if you qualify., Mental health supervision provides:, Smaller caseloads, more individualized attention, and more field visits; Focus on treatment and social services; and Coordination with treatment providers and families to build a strong support network., Selection process for the adult mental health supervision caseload, You can speak to your probation officer if you think you will be more successful on probation with a specialized probation officer who understands mental health concerns. Also, your probation officer might speak with you if he or she thinks you will benefit from extra probation support. In order to be considered for this caseload, you must complete a mental health assessment or provide a copy of an assessment completed within the past year. If you are not receiving mental health treatment and want a referral, you can ask your probation officer to provide one or you can find a Directory of Mental Health Services Community Based Mental Health Agencies by County on your own., Mental Health Services, advocacy and support resources, Social Security Administration Information Social Security Administration Information Homeless Services Homeless Services NJ Career Connections/Vocational Rehabilitation Services NJ Career Connections/Vocational Rehabilitation Services National Alliance on Mental Illness New Jersey National Alliance on Mental Illness New Jersey Mental Health Association in NJ Mental Health Association in NJ Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Resources Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Resources Vicinage Chief Probation Officers Contact List Vicinage Probation Contact Information New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Sex Offender Supervision, If you are on probation as a sex offender, a specially trained probation officer will supervise you, track your progress, and help you find the services you need., Sex offender registration, Most sex offenders must register with local law enforcement. Failure to register could result in criminal charges. New Jersey Sex Offender Internet Registry Important information for sex offenders from the NJ State Police, Internet Monitoring and Computer/Device Restrictions, You might not be allowed to access the Internet as part of your conditions of probation. Your probation officer might check your computer, laptop, cell phone, or other devices that connect to the Internet. Your probation officer will speak to family members or anyone that you live within your home. You will have to pay for the cost of Internet monitoring. You will not be allowed to have Apple devices while you are on probation. You can ask your probation officer any questions you have about Internet monitoring., Other requirements of probation for sex offenders, Frequent contact with your probation officer at the reporting office and at home get a Department of Labor and Workforce Development Career Services job, take job training, or finish their high school education; Drug testing might be required and Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Resources Drug, alcohol and psychological counseling when necessary, Visiting and moving out of state, You must speak to your probation officer before making plans to leave the state. You might have to register as a sex offender in the state you are visiting. Your probation officer can give you more information. Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Resources Behavioral Health/Substance Abuse Resources Vicinage Chief Probation Officers Contact List Vicinage Probation Contact Information
Information for Crime Victims, Restitution A victim or the family of a victim of a crime committed in New Jersey can be repaid for losses and expenses that resulted from the crime. This repayment is called restitution. Any convicted person might have to pay restitution to the victim or the victim's family as part of their sentence. The victim’s expenses could include lost wages, medical bills, funeral costs, the value of stolen or damages property, loss of business, and other related debts. When restitution is ordered, the judge decides how much money is to be paid, to whom, and over what time period. The judge will consider if the offender has other debts, such as child support or restitution for other crimes, and if the offender is employed. The judge will set up a payment plan. Payments are made to Probation Services and then Probation Services will send checks to the victims. Probation Services will need to know the victims’ current address in order to send payment. Restitution: A Payback for Victims - brochure Read more about restitution ., Restitution payments, Restitution checks are paid at least once a month as long as the client is making timely payments to probation., How to tell if your check is for restitution, If you have received a check from the State of New Jersey Judiciary and are unsure of its purpose, the client’s name and reference number (i.e. Client ID), and the Court's phone number will be printed on the top of the payment statement for any questions you may have., If restitution checks stop coming, Restitution checks are sent based on the payments received from the person placed on probation. As long as enough funds are received, restitution checks will be generated. The court must have your current address in order to send your payment. Contact your Vicinage Chief Probation Officers Contact List local probation office if your address changes, Victim of Crimes Compensation Office (VCCO), Victims or their families also can receive compensation from the New Jersey Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO). The VCCO can repay victims or their families for out-of-pocket medical expenses, lost wages, and funeral costs only after other sources such as insurance, health benefits, welfare, or Social Security have paid their share of the expenses. VCCO does not cover property loss or pain and suffering. For information on filing claims, contact: NJ Victim of Crimes Compensation Office 50 Park Place, 5th floor Newark, NJ 07102 1-877-658-2221 1-877-658-2221, Victims’ Involvement in the intensive Supervision Program (ISP), ISP clients make payments to the Victims of Crime Compensation Office, if ordered. All victims are invited to attend ISP hearings and to give the judges their view about your release. Victims often support release into the program, since entry to the program means payment to the victims, if ordered. Victims can choose to volunteer to become part of the ISP client’s case
Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program, The Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program (JISP) is available for certain juveniles convicted of a crime., Eligibility, Entry to JISP is not a given. The family court judge may refer you to JISP, except if you are convicted of certain crimes: First degree cases Megan’s Law sex offenses Arson offenses, Referral, If you are eligible for the program, the family court judge may refer your case to a JISP officer for assessment., The Investigation and Assessment, Before you enter JISP, you and your family will meet with a JISP officer to review the program and ask questions to help find out whether you will be able to complete the program. The JISP officer will then submit a report to the family court judge. If the judge determines that you are eligible based upon the investigation report, the judge will sentence you into the JISP program by court order., Rules of JISP, You must attend school and/or have a job Community service Regular contact with your JISP officer Firm curfew rules Your Family will take part in the program Take part in treatment programs, Length of Program, If you are accepted into JISP program, you can expect to be in the program for at least 18 months. Juvenile Delinquency and Your Child Juvenile Delinquency and Your Child Intensive Supervision Program - Administrative and Regional Offices Regional ISP and JISP offices
Resources, General Resources Call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255 1-800-273-8255 if you want to talk to someone. Review the Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings and Your Child Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings and Your Child brochure to learn more about how those court cases are resolved. Call the New Jersey Division of Child Protection & Permanency New Jersey Division of Child Protection & Permanency at 1-877-NJ-ABUSE if you suspect a child is being abused. You can request expungement of a juvenile record. Perform Care Perform Care helps families across New Jersey with Behavioral Health, Intellectual/Developmental Disability Services, and Substance Use Treatment. Their service number is 1-877-652-7624 1-877-652-7624 . The NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence Teen Dating Violence Webinars NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence provides Teen Dating Violence webinars for both teens and their parents. , Behavioral Health Resources:, *In case of emergency: If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 right away. This list of Emergency Crisis Centers Emergency Crisis Centers provides locations by county. Find a center near you. Find a Community-Based Mental Health Agencies by County Community Based Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Agency in your county. These organizations provide Homeless Services homeless services . Visit the Advocacy and Family Support The National Alliance of Mental Illness New Jersey for advocacy and family support. The Mental Health Association in New Jersey Mental Health Association in New Jersey can also provide information and resources. Veterans in need of services can ask about additional help at Veteran Services Veteran Services, Batterer's Intervention Services:, Use the links below to find batterer's intervention services in your area Department of Children and Families Domestic Violence Services Department of Children and Families Domestic Violence Services . This department provides domestic violence programs throughout the state. They also fund the: NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) 24-Hour Helpline: 800-572-7233 800-572-7233, Substance Abuse Resources:, **If you or someone you know is experiencing a drug overdose or alcohol poisoning call 911 right away. The NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services NJ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services department provides programs that could help. Get informed on opioid overdose basics from the Harm Reduction Coalition Opioid Overdose Basics Harm Reduction Coalition. The Harm Reduction Coalition Opioid Overdose Basics Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) can help you find treatment services and additional information. The National Institute on Drug Abuse National Institute on Drug Abuse leads federal research on drug use and its consequences.
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Continuing Legal Education - FAQ, Contact the staff at or submit questions in writing to: . , General FAQs, What is an alternative verifiable learning format? Alternative verifiable learning format courses are those courses presented on videotape, audiotape, remote-place viewing, online Internet computer presentations, webinars, webcasts, satellite simulcasts, teleconferences, videoconferences, and Internet computer self-study (BCLE Reg. 103:1(b)). Alternate verifiable learning format courses not considered live instruction pursuant to the Board’s regulations are limited to one-half of the total credit requirement in any compliance period (BCLE Reg. 201:8). Are courses that do not focus on the law itself, but still enhance an attorney's skills, eligible for accreditation? Hybrid programs that cross academic lines but do not deal directly with the practice of law, such as: accounting, medicine, environmental science, may be considered for approval by the Board. In making its determination, the Board must be satisfied that the content of the activity or course will enhance the attorney’s legal skills and/or the ability to practice law (CLE Reg. 301:5). Does New Jersey accept CLE credits from other mandatory CLE jurisdictions? Through reciprocity, New Jersey will accept credits for courses that are not accredited in New Jersey, but are accredited in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction, provided the type of credit/course is not otherwise excluded by the Board on Continuing Legal Education Regulations BCLE Regulations and does not exceed the credits allowed for teaching. Attorneys relying on reciprocity must ensure that they are also meeting the requirements of New Jersey's program. There is no fee for reciprocity. A course taken that has not been approved in a mandatory CLE jurisdiction will not have the benefit of reciprocity (BCLE Reg. 201:4). An attorney can seek credit for such courses with the Accreditation of an Individual Course individual attorney application for CLE credit . Do attorneys get additional credit for teaching? Once per compliance period, attorneys who present an approved course are entitled to claim double credit for the amount of time personally spent presenting/as a panelist. If the attorney presenter attends the rest of the course, he/she can claim hour-for-hour credit for attendance at those portions of the course. Attorneys are entitled to the additional presenting credit once per compliance period. Future presentations of the same course will be awarded attendance credit hours only. Attorneys teaching/presenting a course that is accredited in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction that allows for more credit for teaching/presenting than offered in NJ can only use the NJ calculation for teaching credit towards compliance in NJ. Attorneys who are involved in New Jersey approved moot court or mock trial activities are able to claim up to six credits per compliance period for such activities. The credit is for the actual moot court or mock trial presentations and not for any additional coaching sessions. To obtain credit, the attorney must have the appropriate Certificate of Attendance. What is the New Jersey CLE requirement for an attorney? Unless otherwise exempt, every active New Jersey licensed attorney in good standing is required to complete 24 credit hours of continuing legal education every two years. Of those 24 credits, five must be in ethics and/or professionalism and at least 2 of the 5 must be in diversity, inclusion & elimination of bias (BCLE Reg. 201:1). A minimum of one-half of the credits must be earned live, as defined in the Board’s regulations (BCLE Reg. 201:8). Are approved courses listed somewhere? Approved courses will be displayed in the Board’s course catalog Board’s course catalog and will be available for attorneys to search. The presumption is that all approved courses will be displayed in the Board’s course catalog Board’s course catalog unless the provider specifically requests that it not be advertised. What is a credit hour? A credit hour is 50 minutes of instruction time in Board-accredited continuing legal education courses. Segments considered not educational, such as introductory remarks, keynote speeches, breaks, meals, etc., will be excluded (BCLE Reg. 103:1(j)). Is credit available for teaching the same course more than once in a compliance period? No. The 2:1 credit for teaching is available for the same course only once during a compliance period. However, attorneys can get 1:1 credit for attending the same course multiple times in that same compliance period (BCLE Reg. 201:6). Who must comply with the continuing legal education requirement? Any attorney with a plenary or limited license to the New Jersey bar who is in good standing is required to comply,, regardless of whether the attorney is practicing New Jersey law, . The program is mandatory for attorneys, judges, in-house corporate counsel, attorneys who work for government entities, and those not otherwise exempt. If at any time during the compliance period a licensed attorney is active with the Fund for Client Protection, having paid the annual attorney registration fee, he or she must meet the CLE requirement for that period. How are ethics and professional responsibility courses defined? Ethics and/or professional responsibility courses or segments of courses are devoted to: the substance, underlying rationale, and the practical application of the Rules of Professional Conduct; the professional obligations of the attorney to the client, the court, the public, and other lawyers; substance abuse and its effects on lawyers and the practice of law; and diversity, inclusion, and elimination of bias. Diversity, inclusion, and elimination of bias programs and courses relevant to the practice of law may include, among other topics, implicit and explicit bias, equal access to justice, serving a diverse population, diversity and inclusion initiatives in the legal profession, and cultural competency in the practice of law or the administration of justice (BCLE Reg. 103:1(k)). Are law school courses eligible for CLE? No. Courses taken toward any degree, including law, cannot be used toward compliance with the CLE requirement. However, law schools that offer continuing education courses to licensed lawyers can obtain CLE credit for those courses, so long as those courses do not also apply toward the school’s law degree program. What are the requirements for newly admitted attorneys? In their first full two-year compliance period, newly admitted New Jersey attorneys with a plenary license must earn sixteen (16) of the twenty-four (24) credit hours in at least six (6) of the following twelve (12) subject areas: NJ basic estate administration; NJ basic estate planning; NJ civil or criminal trial preparation; NJ family law practice; NJ real estate closing procedures; NJ attorney trust and business accounting fundamentals; NJ landlord/tenant practice; NJ municipal court practice; and NJ law office management; NJ administrative law; NJ workers’ compensation law; and New Jersey labor and employment law. At least one credit of the required sixteen credits must be in New Jersey attorney trust and business accounting fundamentals. (BCLE Reg. 201:2). Courses that are approved for the newly admitted attorney requirement can be found using the law category drop down menu in the CLE Approved Course Catalog course catalog. How are courses on professionalism defined? Professionalism courses are devoted to the examination or identification of principles of competence, civility, improvement of the justice system, advancement of the rule of law, and service to the community. Can a law professor obtain credit for teaching law students? Law school professors and instructors are not awarded CLE credit for teaching full or part-time law students (BCLE Reg. 201:6). What is considered a legal education activity or course? Continuing legal education is defined as any legal, judicial, or other educational activity designed principally to maintain or advance the professional competence of attorneys and/or to expand an appreciation and understanding of the ethical and professional responsibility of attorneys (BCLE Reg. 103:1(i)). Activities that WILL NOT be given CLE credit include, but are not limited to, writing or publications; mentoring another attorney; pro bono work; teaching and/or attending law school classes; and activities used to market or sell the presenter's technology, products, services, or skills (BCLE Reg. 301:7)., Attorney FAQs, When I retire, am I still responsible to complete my CLE requirement? If you are active with the Fund at any time during the compliance reporting period, you must meet the continuing legal education requirement for the period. For example, if your compliance period is 1/1/2020-12/31/2021, and you claim retirement for the first time during the 2022 annual registration, you are considered active with the Fund during the compliance period and must complete and report CLE for the period. Do Inns of Court programs count for CLE credit? Yes. Attorneys who participate as masters, barristers, or pupils will receive 1:1 credit for their participation in educational activities (BCLE Reg. 201:7). Can courses taken in excess of any requirement carry over into the next compliance period? Up to 12 credit hours (6 for the transitional period) can be carried over to the next consecutive compliance period (BCLE Reg. 201:3). If the carried over credits are not used in the next consecutive compliance period, they cannot be carried further. An attorney that is subject to either a compliance audit or required to prove compliance after a period non-compliance must be able to prove any claimed carryover by submitting all attendance records for the prior compliance period. What happens to attorneys who do not fulfill the mandatory CLE requirement by the end of the compliance period? Attorneys will be notified by the Board of noncompliance and will receive notice of a grace period to achieve compliance. Any credits obtained during this time will count only for the previous compliance period and not the then-current compliance period. Those who avail themselves of the grace period will be assessed a $50 noncompliance fee. Where can I confirm that a program has New Jersey CLE accreditation? The CLE provider can confirm accreditation. In addition, the courses accredited by the Board for CLE, as well as the approved service provider list, can be viewed on the CLE Approved Course Catalog course catalog, available on the Continuing Legal Education Page on the Judiciary’s website: CLE Approved Course Catalog CLE Approved Course Catalog . I don’t practice New Jersey law. Am I exempt? Attorneys that do not practice New Jersey law, are not, automatically exempt from New Jersey’s CLE requirements. Attorneys practicing in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction can use courses approved in that jurisdiction to meet the NJ CLE requirement, so long as the course work is not specifically excluded in NJ and the specific credit requirements are met. Please see the related FAQ regarding exemptions, reciprocity, and alternative verifiable learning formats. How does an attorney obtain a Certificate of Attendance? The provider of a course approved for CLE credit in NJ must give the attorney attendee a New Jersey Certificate of Attendance. For courses approved in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction, a completed copy of that jurisdiction's Certificate of Attendance form will suffice as proof of attendance (BCLE Reg. 301:8). Do the newly admitted credits have to be based on New Jersey law? Yes. A course offered in a new admit subject area that is not New Jersey law specific may have obtained New Jersey CLE credit, but not New Jersey new admit credit. To earn credit toward the new admit requirement, the coursework must be New Jersey law specific and designated as New Jersey new admit. Will extensions of time for compliance be granted? An attorney may file an application for an extension of time by demonstrating good cause. The Board will review each request on a case-by-case basis and may extend the time of compliance for an attorney. The application for extension of time must be filed 21 days, before, the end of the attorney’s relevant compliance period (BCLE Reg. 202:3). Attorneys who did not complete their requirement and did not timely request an extension must avail themselves of the grace period. What happens if I don’t report compliance by the end of the grace period and am deemed non-compliant? When the grace period expires, attorneys will no longer be able to report compliance on the online registration system. Attorneys will find a reporting form on the Board’s website and must submit that completed reporting form to the Board and certificates of attendance proving compliance. In addition, the attorney will be assessed an additional $50 noncompliance fee. Attorneys who fail to report compliance thereafter may be subject to administrative ineligibility to practice New Jersey law (BCLE Reg. 402:1 and 402:3). Can attorneys get credit for a course when the provider did not apply for accreditation or if the course was not approved in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction? An attorney can submit an Individual Attorney Application for CLE Credit no later than 30 days after the completion of the course. Applications will be reviewed by the Board and decided on a case-by-case basis. Regardless, the presumption is for the provider to apply for CLE credit, not the attendee, especially if the course is primarily given to attorneys or is given in-house by law firms or corporations. What if circumstances prevent an attorney from complying with the CLE requirement? An attorney may file an application for a waiver of the requirement and must show by clear and convincing evidence either undue hardship, or circumstances beyond the control of the attorney that prevents compliance in any reasonable manner with the CLE requirement. For the Board to consider a waiver based on a medical reason, the application must be accompanied by a certification from a licensed physician, (BCLE Reg. 202:3). Depending on the circumstances, the Board may grant either a complete waiver of the CLE requirement for the compliance period or may grant another remedy, such as allowing the attorney to satisfy the requirements through 100% alternative verifiable learning format courses (BCLE Reg. 202:2). , Where do I submit my Certificate of Attendance after I complete a course? The New Jersey Continuing Legal Education program is self-reporting and the Board does not track an attorney’s credit-by-credit course work. Attorneys must maintain possession of their Certificates of Attendance for at least three years. In the event of a audit, attorneys will be asked to produce those records to verify compliance. The attorney is responsible for keeping track of the courses he or she takes toward compliance with the NJ mandatory CLE requirement (BCLE Reg. 401:1). I was just admitted to the NJ bar. When does my CLE requirement start? Every newly admitted attorney’s first compliance period begins January 1 of the calendar year immediately following the attorney’s admission to the bar. What happens if I am deemed ineligible to practice in New Jersey due to failure to comply with the CLE requirements? You will be placed on the CLE ineligible list and as such are no longer authorized to practice New Jersey law until you comply with the CLE requirement. Attorneys needing to be reinstated to practice will find a Reinstatement Reporting form on the Board’s website. The certificates of attendance proving compliance must be submitted with the reinstatement reporting form along with a $100 reinstatement fee and payment of any other non-compliance fees. Finally, the required credits stack. An attorney that is non-compliant for more than one compliance period must earn all credits required for each compliance period the attorney is non-compliant. Can attorneys obtain credit for writing a legal article or book? No. The Board does not grant CLE credit for publishing. Can attorneys earn CLE credit by taking courses by tape, online, or through another form of technology? Generally, yes. The courses must be approved for CLE credit. Alternative verifiable learning format courses are those courses in which the participant is not physically in the room with the presenter. Courses offered under an alternative verifiable learning format must have a reliable method of verifying and recording participation. A system that only monitors a participant’s log on and off times is insufficient. Courses taken through alternative verifiable learning formats not considered live instruction pursuant to the Board’s Regulations shall account for no more than one-half of the total credit hour requirement per compliance period (BCLE Reg. 201:8 and 301:9). How do I certify compliance of the program's mandatory requirements? Attorneys will certify compliance on the online Annual Attorney Registration and Billing Statement (BCLE Reg. 401:1). Every attorney is permanently assigned to one of two compliance groups, determined by their birth month. Compliance Group 1, those born from January 1 through June 30, will certify compliance in even-numbered years and Compliance Group 2, those born from July 1 through December 31, will certify compliance in odd-numbered years (BCLE Reg. 401:2). Why do some newly admitted attorneys have a transitional reporting requirement? Those attorneys whose requirement begins in January and within the 12 month period would have to report CLE based on their compliance group, they will have a transitional reporting period, requiring them to meet one-half of the two year requirement. Who is exempt from having to take CLE? Only attorneys who have been admitted to practice law for 50 years or more in New Jersey or any jurisdiction, those who have reached age seventy-five regardless of length of tenure at the Bar, those on full-time active duty in the military, VISTA or Peace Corps, and those retired completely from the practice of law, during the entire compliance period, are exempted from the mandatory CLE requirement (BCLE Reg. 202:1). Can attorneys obtain credit for attending law school courses? No. Courses taken toward any degree, including law, cannot be used toward compliance with the CLE requirement. However, an attorney can earn CLE credit for continuing legal education courses offered by a law school so long as those courses do not apply toward the school’s law degree program. What if I am both working and residing in a non-mandatory CLE jurisdiction, which may include a jurisdiction overseas? An attorney neither living nor working in a mandatory CLE jurisdiction can obtain all of their required credits through alternative verifiable learning formats (BCLE Reg. 201:8(b)). How will compliance be monitored? Every licensed New Jersey attorney is subject to being selected for audit by the Board. The Board will notify selected attorneys of an audit. Those attorneys will be required to demonstrate compliance in writing within 30 days of receipt of a request by the Board for information, and produce proof of compliance (BCLE Reg. 401:1). In addition, attorneys who are deemed non-compliant for failing to meet the requirement within the time frame allotted must submit certificates of attendance to prove compliance along with a reporting form provided by the Board and any required noncompliance fees. Can attorneys get credit for a course if they arrive late or leave early? It is up to the provider to determine if partial or no credit will be granted, depending on the circumstances., Provider FAQs, How do providers renew or extend their approved provider status? A grant of accreditation as an approved service provider may be continued for an additional two-year period upon the online filing of a new and fully completed application and payment of the required fee prior to the expiration of the approved service provider's current accreditation period (BCLE Reg. 302:6). Providers will be notified in writing by the Board of its decision regarding their application. They may also check their status online at the Board’s website. An approved service provider's status could be declined for renewal or may be revoked at any time if the Board determines that the requirements of BCLE Reg. 301 and 302 were not met (BCLE Reg. 302:7). When should a provider submit a program for per-course approval? All programs must be submitted for per course approval at least 30 days prior to but no later than 30 days after the date the course was given. Courses submitted later than 30 days will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and a late fee will be imposed. Late application is discouraged. How do providers seek approved service provider status? Through the provider management screen on the portal, enter the details of 5 courses presented by your agency in the 24 months preceding your application. The courses must have been accredited for continuing legal education in New Jersey or another mandatory CLE jurisdiction. Upload the timed agenda and brochure for each course. Submit hard copies of the following: Speaker biographies for all 5 courses, A complete set of materials for any 2 of the 5 courses, A sample attendance verification for each of the formats you seek to use, If payment was not made online via credit card, include a check or money order payable to “ Treasurer, State of New Jersey .” Refer to the Information for CLE Providers Fee Schedule. If seeking service provider status relying on CLE approval from another mandatory CLE jurisdiction, include proof of accreditation if any of the 5 courses were not previously accredited in New Jersey. Finally, if your agency charges a registration fee for any course, upload a copy of your Financial Hardship Policy. Providers will be notified in writing by the Board of its decision regarding their application. They may also check their status on-line at the Board’s website. If an application for approved service provider is denied, the provider can seek reconsideration from the Board. They can then file with the Board a Notice of Petition for Review before the Supreme Court (BCLE Reg. 501:1). What is the fee to apply for per-course accreditation or approved provider status? Most organizations are subject to paying an application fee to the Board. Please refer to the Information for CLE Providers fee chart available on the Board’s website. Government or public service organizations may be exempt from paying a fee but must request the exemption by providing an explanation as to how they qualify as government or public service organizations and submit that request on their organization’s letterhead. Public service organizations refer to only those that are offering CLE courses to train volunteers providing pro bono services. What is the specific language that must be used by a provider to advertise a course? When a course has been accredited or a course is offered by an approved service provider, the following language must be used: "This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for _____ hours of total CLE credit. Of these, _____ qualify as hours of total credit for ethics, professionalism, and professional responsibility, of which _____ qualify as hours of credit for diversity, inclusion and elimination of bias (BCLE Reg. 302:1). In addition, providers should note whether the course qualifies under any of the nine specified new admit areas, if applicable. How many times can the same course be given under a per-course approval? Many courses are given multiple times at different locations. The Board must be notified of all the dates and locations of the presentation via the provider’s management page. The accredited course approval expires one calendar year from the date of Board approval. Courses cannot be given after the expiration date unless a new application is submitted and approved by the Board. What are the standards for course accreditation? Educational activities that satisfy the following standards shall be approved for CLE credit: the activity must have significant intellectual, educational or practical content, and its primary objective must be to increase each participant's professional competence and proficiency as a lawyer; the activity shall constitute an organized program of learning dealing with matters directly related to the practice of law, professional responsibility, professionalism, or ethical obligations of lawyers; the CLE materials are to be prepared and approved activities are to be conducted by an approved service provider or a per-course approved provider qualified by practical or academic experience for a traditional CLE course in a setting suitable to the educational activity of the program and, when appropriate, equipped with suitable writing surfaces or sufficient space for taking notes; and thorough, high-quality, and carefully written materials are to be distributed to all attendees at or before the time the approved education activity is presented (BCLE Reg 301:1). What are the obligations of a provider once approved service provider status is obtained? Once a provider is granted approved service provider status, the courses offered are presumptively approved and the provider need not apply for per-course approval of each course. However, prior to the date of the presentations, but no later than 30 days after the presentation, the approved service provider must submit on-line announcements of each of its CLE activities through the provider’s management page and update the course information if any sessions or locations are changed or added. In addition, approved service providers must give attendees the New Jersey Certificate of Attendance available on the provider management page. The approved service provider is required to maintain all records of attendance for a period of 3 years from the date the course is last given. Providers may be asked to submit information on an attorney’s attendance during the random audit process. Lastly, by January 15 and July 15 of each year, the approved service provider shall also file with the Board a detailed report describing the CLE activities it conducted during the prior six months. The bi-annual report template is available on the provider’s management page. (BCLE Reg. 302:4). Does a provider have to offer a financial hardship policy? Every per-course provider and approved service provider who charges a registration, attendance, or membership fee is required to have a detailed financial hardship policy for lawyers who wish to attend its courses, but for whom the expense of such courses would pose a financial hardship. A financial hardship policy may include the award of scholarships, waivers of course fees, reduced fees, or discounts. The Board would like to see that a provider will offer a scholarship or waive the fee for an attorney who demonstrates a significant hardship, including but not limited to, unemployment. The Board will not approve courses or grant provider status without a financial hardship policy (BCLE Reg. 302:8). Can providers inform attorneys that they are seeking Board approval even if they have not yet heard from the Board? Providers may state that their application for course or program accreditation or approved service provider status in New Jersey is pending. Who is eligible to be considered as an approved service provider? Local, state, and specialty bar associations; for profit and nonprofit legal education providers; Inns of Court; educational institutions; in-house providers; and government entities are eligible for approved service provider status (BCLE Reg. 302:1). What do providers need to know about new admit courses? When advertising credit, providers must correctly distinguish between courses awarded New Jersey CLE credit vs courses awarded New Jersey CLE new admit credit, especially when a course covers one of the twelve subject areas but is not New Jersey law specific. To obtain credit for a New Jersey new admit course, the coursework must be specifically based in New Jersey law rather than general law or another jurisdiction’s law related to any one of the nine subject areas. For example, a course in matrimonial law that is not New Jersey law specific does not meet the New Jersey new admit requirement. Are an approved service provider’s courses automatically approved? Generally yes; however, the Board reviews every course announcement to ensure the information submitted is correct. For example, the Board confirms that minutes of instructions correlate to the time listed for the course, there is a proper description of the course content, and proper selection of law category codes, among other things. Moreover, failure to properly describe course content related to newly admitted attorney, ethics, professionalism, professional responsibility, diversity inclusion, and elimination of bias credits will result in the course approval being denied. It is the provider’s responsibility to verify course announcement approval through the provider management page. This is to ensure that the provider doesn’t mistakenly issue a Certificate of Attendance without the Board’s approval. There will be no separate written notification of course announcement denial. Who is eligible to seek per-course approval as a provider of New Jersey CLE? Any person, entity, organization, or association who complies with the standards and requirements of Rule 1:42 and the Board's Regulations can apply for per-course approval or approved service provider status (BCLE Reg. 302:1). The presumption is for the provider to apply for CLE credit, not the attendee, especially if the course is primarily given to attorneys or is given in-house by law firms or corporations. What records should providers keep? All New Jersey CLE providers are required to keep and maintain attendance records for each approved educational activity that they offer for a period of not less than three consecutive years (BCLE Reg. 301:2). Attendance records should not be submitted to the Board unless requested. What are the standards for becoming an approved service provider? Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements may be granted approved service provider status: the provider has presented at least five separate programs of CLE that meet BCLE Reg. 301 and 302 within the past two consecutive years; the provider has demonstrated that its CLE activities have consistently met the standards set forth in BCLE Reg. 301 and 302; the provider is a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; or an “in-house” provider that previously has not presented a CLE course but satisfies the Board that the proposed future educational activities meet the standards set forth in BCLE Reg. 301 and 302. Are CLE providers required to use the New Jersey Certificate of Attendance? CLE providers who have obtained per-course approval or approved provider status by the Board are required to use only the New Jersey Certificate of Attendance available on the provider’s management page. Providers who do not seek or obtain course approval in New Jersey are not authorized to use the New Jersey Certificate of Attendance. Attorneys taking courses approved in another mandatory CLE jurisdiction and using them toward compliance in New Jersey through reciprocity may rely on that jurisdiction’s approved Certificate of Attendance (BCLE Reg 301:8). How long is approved provider status valid? The grant of accreditation as an approved service provider is valid for a period of two consecutive years from the date of the grant. The provider must timely submit a reapplication if seeking to extend service provider status. Each course announcement is good for one year from approval to ensure courses are updated to current law. How does a provider apply for per-course approval? Providers seeking per-course approval must complete an on-line application for Information for CLE Providers Individual Course Accreditation and submit the Information for CLE Providers proper fee and required documents including: a final version of the timed agenda; a brochure, advertisement, or announcement for the course; the names and credentials of all instructors; and a copy of their financial hardship policy if a registration or membership fee is charged. Course materials and hand-outs need not be provided, unless specifically requested by Board staff. If the course is not conducted live with the instructor in the same room as the participants, providers must also submit a description of the reliable method that was used to verify and record the attendance of each participant. Per-course approval expires one calendar year after the date of Board approval. Providers will be notified in writing by the Board of its decision regarding their application. They may also check their status on-line at the Board’s website. If an application for per-course approval is denied, the provider can seek reconsideration from the Board. They can then file with the Board a Notice of Petition for Review before the Supreme Court (BCLE Reg. 501:1). How does a provider calculate credit? The provider should submit the total number of minutes of actual instruction, exclusive of the introductory remarks, keynote speeches, breaks, meals, and any other segments that are not educational. That number of minutes will be divided by 50 to reach the correct number of total credits for the course. Any minutes related to ethics, professional responsibility and professionalism should be separated, as well as any minutes related to diversity, inclusion, and the elimination of bias (DIEB). For example, a course that is 200 minutes of total instruction, 50 minutes specifically for DIEB instruction and another 50 minutes in other ethics instruction, the course would be worth 4 credits, of which 2 credits qualify for ethics, including 1 credit of DIEB. If an attorney arrives late or leaves early, it is up to the provider to determine if the attorney receives partial credit. What are "in-house" courses? In-house courses are educational programs that are offered or conducted by law firms, corporate or government legal departments, or similar entities for the purpose of educating their members/employees (BCLE Reg. 103:1(m)). What is the requirement of providers for courses given in alternate formats such as tapes or webinars? Providers must have a reliable method of verifying and recording an attorney's attendance under an alternative verifiable learning format. Reliable methods of verifiability include embedded codes, polling, pop-up quiz questions, etc. A system that only monitors a participant’s log on and off times is insufficient. The provider is also required to distribute a New Jersey Certificate of Attendance to each attorney confirming the successful completion of the course only upon verification that the course in fact was completed (BCLE Reg. 301:9).
Civil and Law Division Frequently Asked Questions, Do I need a lawyer? Should I hire a lawyer for my lawsuit? You have the right to represent yourself in court and are not required to be represented by attorney. If you can get a lawyer, however, it is a good idea to do so. New Jersey laws, the proofs necessary to present your case, and the procedural rules governing your case are complex. Since valuable claims or large judgments may be at stake, most litigants appearing in the Law Division, Civil Part have a lawyer. If you are being sued or are filing a lawsuit and you want to be represented by an attorney, you have several options. If you can afford an attorney, you can hire an attorney on your own. If you cannot afford an attorney, you can contact the legal services program in your county or the Legal Services of New Jersey to see if you qualify for free or reduced fee legal services. There are also a variety of organizations of minority lawyers throughout New Jersey, as well as organizations of lawyers who handle specialized types of cases. Contact information for the Directory of County Lawyer Referral and Legal Services Offices Lawyer Referral and Legal Services Office of New Jersey is available on our Forms Self Help Resource Center forms page. Do I have to get a court order to get a title for an automobile issued in my name? This is a decision that the Motor Vehicle Commission must make. You may call the legal department there and you will be advised as to whether you need a court order or whether you can use their internal procedure to get the title issued in your name. The number for you to call is 609-777-4379 609-777-4379. How can I take the deposition of a person in New Jersey to use in a case filed in another state? Information and forms for taking a deposition in New Jersey for a case filed elsewhere can be found in our packet entitled " Information for Attorneys on the Procedure to Pursue Discovery of a New Jersey Resident for Use in Litigation in the United States District Courts or Another Country " on our Legal Forms page. How can I collect on a judgment? The Judiciary has published brochures that provide information on how to enforce or collect a judgment in the Law Division, Civil Part and Collecting a Money Judgment - brochure collecting a money judgment in the Special Civil Part. Who can serve my complaint? There are two ways to have your complaint served. In New Jersey, the sheriff’s officers in the various counties can serve complaints. You should contact the sheriff’s officers in the county where you filed your lawsuit. You can also use a private process server or any adult with no connection to or interest in the case. See By Whom Served; Copies Rule 4:4-3 . Where can I find information about how to change my name or my minor child’s name? The Judiciary has kits available for Name Change name changes for both How to Ask the Court to Change Your Name - Adult adults and How to Ask the Court to Change a Name in the Chancery Division, Family Part minors on our Self Help Resource Center. How do I remove a satisfied judgment or a tax lien from my credit report? If there is a judgment or lien on your credit report and that judgment has been satisfied, you must contact the credit reporting agency in writing and include copies of the documents that support your position, for example, a copy of the signed warrant to satisfy judgment. You must supply your complete name and address and identify each item in the report that you dispute. State your position and request the deletion or correction of the item in question. You should follow the same procedure if there is incorrect information on your credit report. When does the discovery period begin to run in a Law Division, Civil Part case? Pursuant to Rule 4:24-1(a), the discovery period begins to run from the date the first answer is filed or from 90 days after the first defendant is served, whichever occurs first. Can the court staff look over my form and tell me if I have completed it correctly? Court staff can only review your form to make sure you have answered all the questions. Staff cannot tell you whether the information you have provided is correct or complete. You are responsible to know whether your documents contain correct and complete information. How do I file a complaint against my lawyer? Against the judge? To register a complaint about an attorney, contact the [personnel_division] at [phone_number] and/or the [personnel_division] [phone_number] . To complain about a judge’s conduct, contact the [personnel_division] [phone_number] . How can I take the deposition of a person who does not live in New Jersey for a case filed in New Jersey? Rule 4:11-5 sets forth three ways in which a deposition may be taken outside New Jersey for use in New Jersey. You may take it on notice to all parties, or in accordance with a commission or letter rogatory issued by a court in this state, or in any manner stipulated to by the parties. The party seeking to take the deposition must apply to the foreign state pursuant to the rules of that state. New Jersey Court Rules are available on our website at Rules of Court njcourts.gov . How can I obtain a warrant for satisfaction of a judgment? You can use the Judiciary’s form for a Warrant to Satisfy Judgment warrant to satisfy judgment found on our Legal Forms page. If the docket number begins with a “J,” the warrant should be filed in the county where the judgment was obtained. If the judgment was docketed as a statewide lien and has a docket number that begins with “DJ,” the warrant should be filed with the Superior Court Clerk’s Office in Trenton. Where can I find a subpoena form? There are two subpoena forms, depending on whether you want the person to submit documents or to appear in person. To subpoena documents, use the Subpoena Duces Tecum (For Use When Records Are Needed) subpoena duces tecum form. To subpoena a person to appear and testify, use the Subpoena Ad Testificandum (For Use When Someone's Testimony in Court is Needed) subpoena ad testificandum . If I am changing my entire family’s name, do I have to pay a fee for each family member? No, only one filing fee is required when multiple parties in the same family are changing their names. How can I enforce a judgment debtor from another state in New Jersey? If the debtor is in New Jersey, you can enforce the judgment in New Jersey. Instructions are available in our packet entitled “ Docketing Foreign Judgments Docketing Foreign Judgments ” located on our Legal forms page. When will the judge render a decision in my civil case? Court staff has no way of knowing when the judge will issue a decision in your case. What is the statute of limitations for the claim in my case? Court staff cannot tell you what the applicable statute of limitations is for your case. N.J.S.A. 2A:14-1 et. seq. sets forth the limitations for various causes of action. You can refer to this statute to determine the statute of limitations in your case. In general, the statute of limitations for a contract action is 6 years and for a personal injury action is 2 years. You should be aware, however, that various factors may alter these time periods. What do I have to do to be admitted pro hac vice in New Jersey? Contact the [personnel_division] by calling [phone_number] or follow the instructions on our New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection web page. How do I obtain a letter rogatory? You must make an application to the court on notice to the parties in order to obtain a commission or letter rogatory. See In Foreign Countries - Letter Rogatory Rule 4:12-3 . Your application must include a proposed order. Once the judge has issued an order for a letter rogatory, send a copy of the order, the letter rogatory, and the $35.00 fee to the Superior Court Clerk’s Office in Trenton for processing. The Clerk of the Superior Court will sign the letter, affix and emboss a seal. What is the fee to file a warrant to satisfy judgment? The fee to file a warrant of satisfaction is $50.00 regardless of the judgment suffix (DJ or J) How much do I have to pay a witness to testify in my case? N.J.S.A 22A:1-4 states that a witness must be paid $2.00 per day to appear in court. If the witness does not live in the county where the case is to be heard, the witness gets an additional allowance of $2.00 for every 30 miles of travel from home to the court and back. Where can I get a notice of tort claim form? The Judiciary does not have a standard form on its website. The usual practice is to contact the entity against whom you wish to file the claim. In most situations, the entity has forms available for you to use. Another suggestion is to consult the New Jersey Practice books for model forms. Law libraries and some municipal or county libraries have that set of books. You should also look at the statute, N.J.S.A . 59:8-3, which sets forth what information must be included in the notice of tort claim. Where can I find a list of Court fees? Court Fees Court fees are listed in N.J.S.A . 2A:2-37.1 and 2A:2-37.2, and are also available on our Self Help Resource Center. How can I get a transcript of my hearing or trial? You should contact the Operations Manager in the county in which the case was heard. Has the statute of limitations run in my case? Court staff cannot make that determination. Whether the statute of limitations has run is a legal issue that must be decided by a court based upon the type of case you have, when the incident occurred that gave rise to the case or when the plaintiff became aware of it, and the applicable limitations period which is set by statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:14-1 et seq . I am an attorney in New Jersey. How can I obtain a certificate of good standing? Contact the [personnel_division] [phone_number] . There is a cost for this service. Where can I get a marriage or civil union license? N.J.S.A . 37:1-3 states that the marriage or civil union license shall be issued by the licensing officer in the municipality in which either party resides or, if neither party is a resident of the State, in the municipality in which the proposed marriage or civil union is to be performed. What happens when someone obtains a judgment against me? The creditor will likely try to collect the amount of the judgment from you. This can happen in several ways. If you are employed, the creditor may obtain a court order to garnish you wages which will mean a certain amount of money will be deducted from your paychecks until the full amount of the judgment is paid. The creditor may also apply to the court for an order to turn over money in your bank accounts to satisfy the judgment. The creditor may also request the sheriff levy on your personal property (jewelry, electronic equipment, automobile, etc.) and sell the items at a public sale. You may designate $1,000.00 worth of your property as exempt from the sheriff’s levy. If the creditor dockets the judgment as a statewide lien, a creditor can also levy and execute on your real property. Where can I find a form for a motion that I can use in a Law Division, Civil Part case? The Judiciary has a self-help packet entitled How to File a Motion in the Superior Court of New Jersey - Law Division - Civil Part How to File a Motion in the Superior Court of New Jersey - Law Division - Civil Part that can be found on our Self Help Resource Center. You may have to adapt this packet to request the particular relief you want. How do I file a contractor (or mechanic) lien? The Judiciary does not have any forms for these liens on its website. The procedure is set forth in N.J.S.A . 2A:44A-6 et seq . Statute books are generally available in municipal or county libraries or in law libraries. Section N.J.S.A . 2A:44A-8 has a sample notice of claim which is to be filed with the county clerk within 90 days of the date payment was due. You may also contact the county clerk’s office. That office may have a form available for you to use and may be able to give you more specific instructions. Sample forms also can be found in the New Jersey Practice series of books, available at libraries as well. What are the pre-judgment and post-judgment interest rates? The judiciary publishes the Post Judgment and Pre-Judgment Interest Rates pre-judgment and post-judgment interest rates on the Civil Practice Division web page. This information is also contained in Interest; Rate on Judgments; in Tort Actions Rule 4:42-11 . If I disagree with the judge’s decision in my case, what can I do? You can file either a motion for reconsideration or use the How to Appeal a Trial Court, Tax Court or State Agency Decision kit for filing a notice of appeal to the Appellate Division. How many copies of the complaint should I file? It is recommended that you file an original and at least two copies of your complaint along with your filing fee, a completed Civil Case Information Statement (CIS) Pro Se version with instructions Civil Case Information Statement , and a self-addressed stamped envelope (so that the court can return the Track Assignment Notice). Court staff will mark the copies “filed” and return them to you. Copies of the filed complaint must be served on all parties to the case and you can keep additional copies for your records. More information about How to File a Complaint in the Superior Court of New Jersey - Law Division - Civil Part how to file a complaint in the Law Division is available on our Self Help Resource Center. How can I incorporate my business? The New Jersey Department of the Treasury Division of Revenue New Jersey Department of the Treasury Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services provides information and links to help you form and register a business entity. Who can solemnize or perform a marriage or civil union? The following individuals may perform ceremonies in New Jersey: Judges of the following courts: United States Court of Appeals for the 3d circuit, Federal District Court, Municipal Court, Superior Court and Tax Court as well as retired judges of the Superior Court or Tax Court or a judge of the Superior Court or Tax Court who has resigned in good standing. U.S. Magistrates, surrogates of any county, county clerks, mayors or deputy mayors who have been authorized by the mayor to solemnize a marriage, chairpersons of any township committee or village. Ministers of every religion, religious societies, institutions and organizations may perform marriage ceremonies according to the rules and customs of the society institution or organization. Information about individual authorized to perform ceremonies can be obtained from the county or federal court house or the New Jersey Lawyers Diary . How can I satisfy a judgment against me? A judgment can be fully satisfied by paying the judgment creditor (the person who has the judgment against you) in full and receiving from the creditor a Warrant of Satisfaction. The Warrant of Satisfaction must be filed as set forth above. If the judgment creditor refuses or cannot be located to sign a warrant of satisfaction, you must How to File a Motion in the Superior Court of New Jersey - Law Division - Civil Part file a motion in the county where the judgment was entered and ask the court to enter an order stating that the judgment is satisfied. Include proof of payment of the judgment with your motion. For information on motions, see related Question. If an objection is received, the matter will be scheduled for a hearing. If you claim the lien was discharged in bankruptcy, you must obtain an order from the United States Bankruptcy Court specifically discharging the lien of the particular judgment. This must be done within one year of the date of the bankruptcy discharge. If more than one year from the date of the discharge in bankruptcy has passed, you must file a motion to discharge the lien of the judgment in Superior Court in the underlying action giving rise to the judgment. May I speak with the judge handling my case? When your case is scheduled for a hearing, a conference, or a trial, you will have the opportunity to speak to the judge. The judge will not speak with one party unless everyone in the case is present.
Foreclosure FAQs, If I don't file an answer to the foreclosure complaint, what will happen? If the defendant does not file an answer, he or she is deemed to have admitted the claims in the foreclosure complaint. The Plaintiff's attorney can seek entry of default against the defendant and thereafter seek a final judgment of foreclosure. Will my case automatically be dismissed if I catch up on my arrears before the answer is due? No. Catching up on arrears will not cause the foreclosure proceeding to be automatically dismissed. The Plaintiff's attorney must seek to have the case dismissed if the defendant has worked out a deal with the lender and caught up on any arrearages. I am the tenant of a property that is being foreclosed upon, what do I have to do and what are my rights? Legitimate residential tenants have the right to stay in the property even though the property is being foreclosed upon. Until ownership of the property changes or the tenant is otherwise informed by the court or mortgage holder, the tenant should continue to pay rent to the landlord. A tenant who wants to remain in the home can only be removed through a court process. The tenant may be protected by the New Jersey Anti-Eviction Act, which protects a tenant's right to remain in the property. Tenants may refer to Notice to Residential Tenants of Rights During Foreclosure. Notice to Residential Tenants of Rights During Foreclosure . After a Final Judgment has been filed, how much time do I have to file a motion objecting to the final judgment and is that the only way a foreclosure can be stopped? According to the language provided in the Notice of Motion for Final Judgment, a defendant has 10 days to file an objection to the Affidavit of Amount Due attached to the Notice of Motion for Final Judgment. The Notice of Motion for Final Judgment provides direction on where to send the objection. If an objection is received, it will be reviewed by the Office of Foreclosure to determine whether a valid objection to the amount due, which is attached to the Notice of Motion for Final Judgment, has been raised. Filing an objection does not stop the foreclosure. If an objection to the amount due is valid, the case will be transferred to the vicinage judge, who will make a final determination on the matter. After the vicinage judge makes a decision on the objection, the case will be transferred back to the Office of Foreclosure to process the Final Judgment request. Once a Final Judgment has been entered, the only way a defendant can object to it is by motion to the General Equity judge. A defendant should discuss with an attorney whether the defendant has valid circumstances which may warrant the reversal of a final judgment. The types of correspondence a I receive from the mortgage company are not the same pleadings found in my foreclosure file. The foreclosure file will contain only those documents which the court requires to be filed in a Foreclosure proceeding. Generally, the foreclosure file will not include correspondence the mortgage company has sent to the borrower about the defaulted loan, as the submittal of these documents are not required by the New Jersey Rules of Court. Should I file an answer even though my 35 days are up? The SCCO cannot provide legal advice and will not advise a defendant to file an answer or not to file an answer. An attorney can evaluate a defendant's circumstances and help him determine whether it is in his best interest to file an answer after the 35 days are up. If a defendant wishes to file an answer, written consent may be obtained from the Plaintiff's attorney by way of a Stipulation Extending Time to Answer, or a Motion Extending Time to Answer may be filed with the Office of Foreclosure (if the final judgment package has not been filed) or with the General Equity Judge General Equity judge (if the final judgment package has already been filed). Can a bankruptcy stop a foreclosure? In most cases, filing for bankruptcy will trigger the automatic stay provisions of the Bankruptcy Code. The automatic stay prevents a party from starting or continuing a foreclosure proceeding; this means that all activity on the foreclosure case must stop. Filing for bankruptcy will not cause the foreclosure proceeding to be automatically dismissed. Once the bankruptcy case is resolved (closed, dismissed, or discharge granted or denied) or the bankruptcy stay is vacated, the foreclosure proceeding will pick up where it left off before the automatic stay took effect. The defendant should consult an attorney who can evaluate the defendant's circumstances and help him determine whether it is in his best interest to file for bankruptcy. What happens after I file my answer to the foreclosure complaint? Answers are reviewed to determine whether the answer is contesting or non-contesting. If the answer is determined to be contesting it is transferred to the General Equity judge in the county of venue (the county in which the foreclosed property is located). If the Defendant's answer is deemed non-contesting, the foreclosure action will continue, with the Plaintiff's attorney taking the steps necessary to seek a final foreclosure judgment. Can a Final Judgment be reversed after it is filed? A final judgment can be vacated voluntarily by the Plaintiff. Sometimes this occurs if a settlement has been reached between the lender and the mortgagor either privately or through the foreclosure mediation process. Otherwise a final judgment can only be reversed on motion to the General Equity judge. A defendant should discuss with an attorney whether the defendant has valid circumstances which may warrant the reversal of a final judgment. Can the SCCO confirm that the information found in my foreclosure file proves that an illegal practice has been done by the mortgage company? The SCCO cannot provide legal advice or legal analysis of any kind. If a defendant has a question regarding the legality of the mortgage company's actions, he should consult a private attorney. An attorney would have the legal expertise necessary to identify whether or not illegal practices were conducted on the part of the mortgage company If I don't get an extension of time to answer and am past the 35 days can I still file an answer? Would it have any bearing on the case? We cannot provide legal advice. An attorney could advise you whether you might benefit from filing an answer after 35 days. Also See question " Should I answer even though my 35 days are up? Should I answer even though my 35 days are up? " above. How much time do I have to file a bankruptcy during a foreclosure process? The defendant should consult an attorney who can evaluate the defendant's circumstances and help him determine whether it is in his best interest to file for bankruptcy and when such filing should be made. How long do I have after the Judge hears the contested case (answer)? How long it will take for a judge to hear a contested case cannot be determined definitely. After a contested answer is filed and transferred to the General Equity judge, the Plaintiff's attorney will often file a motion for summary judgment or to strike the answer. The date that these matters are scheduled to be heard by the judge will depend on when the Plaintiff's attorney files the motion and how much notice all parties must be given before the matter is heard by the judge. If the judge does not enter summary judgment in the Plaintiff's favor or strike the defendant's answer or if the Plaintiff's attorney does not file a motion, the judge will schedule a pre-trial conference. How long that will take is dependent on the judge's calendar. The defendant will receive notices alerting him of these matters which he should read and follow carefully. If a judge grants a motion for summary judgment or motion to strike the answer, deeming the case non-contesting, the case will be transferred back to the Office of Foreclosure and the Plaintiff may proceed to seek a final judgment of foreclosure against the defendant. How long can I stay in my house after a final judgment is filed? Unless the defendant has entered into an agreement with the lender stating otherwise, the defendant usually does not have to vacate the property until some time after the Sheriff's sale. The Sheriff must advertise the sale of the property for a minimum of four weeks before holding the sale. Once the Sheriff's sale is completed, the Plaintiff must seek a Writ of Possession from the court, which instructs the Sheriff to remove any occupants from the property. The defendant will be notified by the Sheriff of the date on which they must leave the property. Why have certain pleadings been filed in the foreclosure action and what bearing does the document have on the foreclosure case? The following documents are most commonly filed in foreclosure actions: Foreclosure Complaint . This document is filed by the lender (plaintiff), usually a bank or mortgage company, after the debtor-homeowner (defendant) defaults on his or her loan. The Foreclosure Complaint states the terms of the mortgage and the event of default and asks the court to allow the property to be sold to satisfy the debt. It is the first document filed by the lender which starts the legal Foreclosure process. Answer. This document is filed by the defendant and provides a response to all of the allegations in the Complaint. The Answer gives notice to the court that the defendant opposes the relief requested in the Complaint. Affidavit of Non-Military Service. This document is filed by the plaintiff and certifies as to whether or not the defendant(s) are in active military service. The purpose of this document is to protect the rights of those who may not be able to defend themselves in a foreclosure action because they are currently serving in the military. Affidavit of Service/ Return of Service. This document is completed by the process server (the person who served the summons and complaint on the defendant) and provides proof to the court that the defendant was, in fact, properly served. Affidavit of Inquiry . When a defendant is not personally served, this document must be submitted by the plaintiff's attorney, explaining why the defendant(s) had to be served by alternate means. Request for Default . When a defendant fails to file an answer to the foreclosure complaint, the plaintiff will file this document with the court to notify it that the defendant(s) failed to answer. A Request for Default must be submitted for the court to formally note on its records that the defendant failed to defend against the claim. A plaintiff cannot seek a Final Judgment in Foreclosure unless the plaintiff first obtains an entry of default against the defendant(s). Notice of Motion for Default and Order for Default . These documents serve the same purpose as the Request for Default, but are filed in place of the Request for Default when more than 6 months has passed since the defendant failed to file an answer. If the motion is granted an Order for Default will be entered by the court. Notice of Mailing Default (Proof of Mailing) . The plaintiff submits this document to notify the court that it has mailed a copy of the entered Request for Default or the Order for Default to the defendant, as required by the Court Rules. Certification of Mailing Notice to Cure . This document is filed by the plaintiff in cases where the Fair Foreclosure Act applies. This document notifies the court that the plaintiff has mailed the appropriate notice to the defendant and provides the court with a copy of the mailed notice. Mediation Certification . This document is submitted by the plaintiff to notify the court whether or not the plaintiff mailed a mediation packet to the defendant. Notice of Motion for Final Judgment and Proof of Amount Due . This document is submitted to request that a Final Judgment of Foreclosure be entered by the court. It includes a breakdown of the amount owed by the defendant. If the defendant has a valid objection to the amount due as stated in the Affidavit attached to the Notice of Motion for Final Judgment, he must submit it to the court within 10 days of receiving the Motion. Final Judgment. The Final Judgment of Foreclosure is an order from the court which includes the following: 1. amount due to the plaintiff, 2. orders payment to the plaintiff, 3. provides for the judicial sale of the mortgaged property, 4. bars the defendant's right to redeem the mortgage after default, and 5. if requested, awards possession of the mortgaged property to the plaintiff/purchaser. Writ of Execution. This document is submitted with the Final Judgment document and is used to enforce the Final Judgment. The Writ of Execution authorizes the sheriff to sell the property in satisfaction of the Final Judgment of Foreclosure. I've worked out a deal with the lender, do I still have to file an answer? Working out a deal with the lender will not automatically stop the foreclosure proceeding. An attorney can evaluate a defendant's circumstances and help him determine whether it is in his best interest to file an answer. What happens after the request for default is filed? Once a request for default is filed, it is reviewed by the SCCO staff to determine whether the request complies with the Court's requirements. If the request for default meets the Court's requirements, default is entered against the parties requested. A copy of the filed default is sent to the Plaintiff's attorney, who is then responsible for mailing a copy of the default to the defendants, notifying them that default has been entered against them. An entry of default against a defendant simply means that the Court notes on its records that the defendant failed to defend against the claim by filing an answer with the Court. An entry of default is not a final foreclosure judgment, nor does it give the Plaintiff the right to take and sell the defendant's home. After entry of default is made, the Plaintiff's attorney is then allowed to seek a final judgment of foreclosure against the defendants. Why was a foreclosure case started but nothing else ever filed – not even a dismissal? The SCCO cannot speculate as to why no other pleadings were filed by the Plaintiff or why a Plaintiff has not dismissed the case. The defendant may contact the Plaintiff's attorney to discuss their concerns regarding these matters. If a defendant feels he has special circumstances that might warrant the dismissal of the case, he should discuss this matter with an attorney who can help him evaluate his options. If a pleading is returned for corrections, and copies of the pleading have already been sent to the other parties involved, do the corrected pleadings need to be re-served on the other parties? The Return Notice completed by the Office of Foreclosure staff will usually specify whether or not a copy of the corrected document must be re-served on the other parties. When a pleading is returned by the SCCO staff, the Return Notice will not specify whether the document needs to be re-served, however, the SCCO recommends that documents returned for corrections be re-served. If it is not my property but I am named in the case, do I still have to file an answer? Numerous parties can be named in a foreclosure case who are not the borrower but who have a legal interest in the outcome of the foreclosure action, such as judgment creditors, tenants, or secondary mortgage lien holders. An attorney can evaluate this type of defendant's circumstances and help him determine whether it is in his best interest to file an answer. The SCCO cannot provide legal advice and will not advise a defendant to file an answer or not to file an answer. Can I stop a Final Judgment procedure? The Plaintiff is the only party who may voluntarily stop a final judgment procedure. There are a limited number of circumstances under which a Final Judgment procedure may be stopped. If a defendant works out an agreement with the lender, the Plaintiff (lender) may dismiss the foreclosure proceeding. If a defendant is eligible for foreclosure mediation and a mediation settlement is reached, the settlement may include a provision that the Plaintiff will dismiss the foreclosure proceeding. If a defendant feels he has special circumstances that might warrant the dismissal of the final judgment procedure, he should discuss this matter with an attorney who can help him evaluate his options. What types of motions are filed with the Office of Foreclosure and what types are filed with the county? There are several types of motions that may be filed in relation to a foreclosure proceeding. Some motions should only be filed with the Office of Foreclosure, while others should only be filed with the General Equity judge in the county of venue (the county in which the foreclosed property is located). Certain motions may be filed either with the Office of Foreclosure or with the county General Equity judge, depending, in part, on whether or not a foreclosure final judgment package has been filed with the Office of Foreclosure., Types of Motions filed with the Office of Foreclosure:, Motion for Entry of Final Judgment Motion for Entry of Default Out of Time Motion to Vacate Default (if the final judgment package has NOT yet been filed) Motions Extending Time to Answer (if the final judgment package has NOT yet been filed) Motion to file an Amended Complaint (when any answer—contesting or non-contesting—has been filed) Motion for Surplus Funds (if payment of surplus funds is not contested and the party seeking the funds was a party to the original foreclosure case), Examples of Motions filed with the county judges:, Motion Extending Time to Answer (if the final judgment package has already been filed) Motion to Vacate Default (if the final judgment package has already been filed) Motion for Summary Judgment Motion Appointing Guardian Ad Litem Motion Appointing Rent Receivers Motion Appointing Attorney for Party in Military Service Motion for Substituted Service Motion to Set Aside Final Judgment or Summary Judgment Motion to Stay Foreclosure Proceeding (There are various reasons to stay foreclosure proceedings; the defendant will need to contact an attorney to determine if this option is available to him.) Motion to Stay Sheriff's Sale Motion to Stay Eviction Motion to Vacate Sheriff's Sale
Juvenile Probation FAQs, What does it mean to be on Juvenile Probation? You will have to comply with all conditions of probation and anything the court may order. This includes having regular contact with your probation officer at their office and in your home; taking drug tests; attending school or getting employment; paying fines; getting permission to leave the state; following all laws; not having access to a weapon (including a paint ball gun); completing community service; going to treatment; and more things to help you succeed. You might also have the opportunity to participate in positive activities with your Probation Officer. You and your family will work with your Probation Officer on everything you need to complete and how you will do that. How can I get an expungement? Juvenile Records are not automatically erased, expunged or sealed at the end of the supervision term or when the youth reaches their 18th birthday. Expungement or sealing of the records is another court process that you would need to start. Contact your lawyer for further information. What is an "adjudication?" By law, a juvenile who commits an offense under the age of 18 cannot be "convicted;" they do not have a criminal record. However, the youth does go through a formal court process: they appear in court represented by a lawyer and a judge orders a final decision known as a disposition of the case. It is this final disposition that is called an "adjudication." What do I do if I cannot pay my fines? Discuss with your probation officer. Your probation officer can provide resources to gain employment or request the judge to change a payment plan Where can I find mental health or addiction services? For mental health, behavioral, and addiction services, you can contact PerformCare at 1-877-652-7624 1-877-652-7624 or Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services. Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services . What do I need to know about sexual offenses charges and Megan’s Law? Specially trained probation officers supervise youth who receive a sexual offense charge or have been placed on Megan’s Law. These probation officers are skilled in areas including Megan’s Law and are able to link you with Juvenile Probation Supervision specific resources you may need. Please ask your probation officer any questions you may have. Are my juvenile probation records confidential/sealed? Juvenile court records are not sealed unless ordered by the court. Juvenile court records are not released without approval from you or by court order. However, by law, only juvenile charges are confidential, the final court order by the judge is not. This could allow information to legally be made available without your knowledge. In completing any applications, such as for jobs, college, financial aid or the military, questions about a Family Court record must be answered truthfully. Can I choose where I do my community service? No, your probation officer will provide guidance as to what approved places you can perform your community service at or provide other options. What happens if the rules of Probation are not followed? Is jail a possibility? Your probation officer will work with you on following the rules, however will also put sanctions in place. Sanctions can include more frequent reporting, having a curfew, writing an essay, or a review with a probation supervisor. At times a Violation of Probation (VOP) may need to be filed. A VOP is a new charge and will require legal representation. During a VOP you will be brought back in front of the judge and the judge can order new things including an extension of probation, specific services or placement in detention. Will my probation officer contact my school? Probation officers work with the school principal or someone the principal assigns, as required by the laws of New Jersey. These contacts are to watch for changes in school attendance, behavior, and any problems with complying with Probation. Your probation officer may conduct visits at the school also. What if I have a problem working with my probation officer? Probation officers are trained to work effectively with you and your family to help you successfully complete probation. Our customer service policies require our staff to treat our clients respectfully at all times. If you believe any probation staff are not reflecting these goals and policies, you can bring this to the attention of the probation supervisor, assistant chief probation officer or Probation Division Vicinage Directories vicinage chief probation officer, ., Their names/contact information are made available during the Intake process. Is Juvenile Probation different from Adult Probation? Juvenile cases are heard in the family division and adult cases are heard in the criminal division. Juvenile Probation officers work closely with the youth, families, schools, and other supports/services to help the youth in making positive changes and successfully completing their probation term. How can I get an Early Discharge from juvenile probation? An early discharge from Probation can be possible when your (or your child’s) performance has been acceptable and the following requirements have been met: All conditions of probation have been met. You are regularly making payment on your fines/fees. The case has been reviewed and approved by the vicinage chief probation officer or assistant chief probation officer. The judge provides approval. Can I travel out of the state or out of the country while on probation? Travel out of state needs permission of the probation officer based on compliance with Probation. A travel permit is needed for trips lasting longer than 24 hours. The needed information to process the travel permit must be given to the probation officer at least two weeks before when you plan to leave. Your parents/guardians must be available to sign the travel permit. Probation officers will submit requests for travel out of the country to the judge for approval. What is a Deferred Disposition? A deferred disposition is when the Court sets aside sentencing you to anything specific, such as a term of probation or incarceration for a period of time. If you receive a deferred disposition you will be assigned a probation officer who will help you successfully complete your conditions. You will have some contact with your probation officer in your home, at their office, or by phone. At the end of your deferred disposition term, your probation officer will update the court on how you have done. If you do not re-offend and complete your conditions, the complaint against you will be dismissed and you will not have to reappear in court. If you receive new charges or do not complete your conditions, you may have to return to court. Can I pay fines online? Not at this time. Other information on payment and community service can be found under the Fines, Restitution and Community Service Fines, Restitution and Community Service.
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Intensive Supervision FAQs, How long is the application process for ISP? The entire process from application to an appearance before ISP judges takes approximately four to six weeks Do I need attorney representation for ISP? Normally, applicants are represented by a private attorney or a public defender (PD) if they qualify. At the interview, you will be asked if you are applying for PD representation and will fill out a form for that purpose. In rare cases, the Resentencing Panel allows the applicant to represent themselves; however, this approach is not recommended. Do I need a place to live in order to apply for ISP? While specified housing is preferable, we do place applicants in shelters or halfway houses according to availability of space. Can I apply for ISP if I have a period of parole ineligibility (otherwise known as stipulation or “stip”)? You can apply. However, a court date will not be scheduled until after the period of parole ineligibility (“stip”) has expired. How long will I be under supervision in ISP? If your sentence is five years or less, you must be under ISP supervision for a, minimum of 12 months, . However, the actual number of months served and your successful discharge from ISP depends on your performance under supervision. You cannot be on supervision for less than one year or longer than five years minus the time served in prison. Must I live in New Jersey to apply for ISP?, You must live in New Jersey to participate in the ISP program., My offense is a 2nd degree offense. Am I still eligible to apply to ISP? Yes. Anyone interested in the ISP Program can apply for admission. However, if the prosecutor objects, you must serve at least six months of your sentence and be within nine months of your earliest parole eligibility date to be considered for ISP admission. Does successful completion of ISP erase my record? No. Successful completion of ISP does not automatically erase a participant’s criminal record. There is a separate process to apply for an expungement of criminal records. Can I reside with a convicted felon if I apply for ISP? This would depend on a number of factors and would have to be reviewed and approved by the ISP Program and the ISP Resentencing Panel of judges. Are there offenses or circumstances that would make me ineligible for ISP? Yes. The following offenses and circumstances make you ineligible for the ISP program: • criminal homicide • robbery • certain sexual offenses* • bribery and corrupt influence (including conspiracy or attempt) • misconduct in office/abuse in office (including conspiracy or attempt) • immigration detainer • not a resident of New Jersey • not a state inmate • certain drug court violations* • organized crime* • current or past conviction for a first-degree crime • certain weapons offenses* • other good cause as found by the ISP Judicial Panel or ISP Program *Note: Not all sexual offenses, drug court violations, organized crime offenses and weapons offenses are excluded from eligibility. If you have been convicted of one of those offenses and are interested in ISP, you should apply. Can I fill out an application for ISP for my spouse, boyfriend, or relative? Yes. However, if they are unable to sign the application, they should follow up with a letter confirming their desire to apply to ISP. What is the Cost of Supervision Fee for ISP? The cost of supervision will be determined and ordered at the time of acceptance into ISP. Do I need a sponsor to get into ISP? Having a sponsor is a crucial part of the case plan and most participants do have sponsors. However, even if you do not have a sponsor, you can still be eligible for ISP consideration. Can I re-apply for ISP for a new offense after previously completing ISP? Yes. If you have previously completed ISP, you can re-apply to the program. However, there is no guarantee you will be accepted.
ADA Title I Jobs, The Judiciary ensures that its courts, programs, services, and activities are accessible to all members of the community and prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities., Accommodation requests for employees and job applicants with disabilities, Title I ADA Coordinator Directory Local Title I ADA coordinator directory for employees and job applicants Call the local contact number to request an accommodation., The ADA protects court employees and job applicants with disabilities., The New Jersey Courts will not discriminate against employees or job applicants with disabilities regarding the terms, privileges or conditions of employment. The New Jersey Courts will not discharge an employee because of a disability, provided the employee remains qualified and able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Those protections also apply to court employees and job applicants who have a history of having a disability or who are regarded as having a disability., The New Jersey Courts will provide a reasonable accommodation for your disability., Reasonable accommodations will be provided to employees and job applicants, provided that the accommodation does not fundamentally alter the nature of a Judiciary program, service, or activity. The accommodation cannot impose undue hardship on the Judiciary, and the individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. For more information, read our brochure on the New Jersey Judiciary’s Title I ADA Procedures for Employees and Job Applicants with Disabilities Title I ADA Procedures for Employees and Job Applicants with Disabilities., There are many ways the New Jersey Courts can accommodate your request., Examples of accommodations for employees include: Making facilities readily accessible to and usable by a person with a disability Obtaining or modifying equipment or devices Providing training materials in accessible formats Restructuring a job by allocating or redistributing marginal job functions Altering when or how an essential job function is performed Providing modified work schedules Reassigning an employee to a vacant equivalent position for which the employee is able to perform the essential function Examples of accommodations for job applicants include: Providing written materials in accessible formats, such as large print, Braille or audiotape Providing readers or sign language interpreters Holding recruitment, interviews, tests and other components of the application process in accessible locations and formats Providing or modifying equipment or devices Adjusting application procedures, How to request an accommodation, Accommodations are requested by the person with the disability. The employee or job applicant with a disability should tell the local Title I ADA coordinator that some type of assistance is needed to perform essential job functions or to participate in all aspects of the job interview and hiring process due to a medical condition. The request does not have to be in writing and no specific words need to be used. Title I ADA Coordinator Directory Find a local Title I ADA coordinator., Documentation might be requested., You might be asked for specific medical documentation about the nature of your medical condition and how that disability limits your performance of the job. The information you submit will be kept confidential., Information about your limitations might be shared with your supervisor or potential supervisor., The local ADA coordinator will not share information about your medical condition with your manager or supervisor. The coordinator might share your limitations, as needed, to determine a reasonable accommodation. Medical notes should not be provided to the supervisor. They should be given directly to the Title I ADA coordinator., Job applicants should contact the Title I ADA coordinator as early as possible., As soon as you realize that you will need an accommodation for some aspect of the hiring process, you should contact the local Title I ADA coordinator. The coordinator will need enough time to provide certain accommodations. The coordinator might ask for more information or documentation in order to understand how an accommodation would enable you to participate fully in all aspects of the job interview and hiring process., You have the right to appeal if you think the court has not resolved your issue., If your request for accommodation was denied, but you have some new or additional information to submit, contact the local Title I ADA coordinator. If your request was denied, but you have no new or additional information to submit, you can appeal the denial for accommodation to: Assistant Director of Human Resources Administrative Office of the Courts P.O. Box 966 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 or appeal by calling 609-815-2972., You can file a complaint if you believe the New Jersey Courts have discriminated against you because of a disability., You can file an internal EEO/AA complaint with the local EEO/AA officer in the county courthouse. You can file a complaint with the chief EEO/AA officer at: Administrative Office of the Courts P.O. Box 966 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 or file by calling 609-815-2972. You also can choose to file a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights., Retaliation against anyone who complains about discrimination, files a discrimination complaint, or assists in the investigation of such complaints in prohibited, . If you think the New Jersey Courts have retaliated against you, can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Staff Listing local EEO/AA officer at the county level or the Judiciary’s Chief EEO/AA officer at the central office.
Ley para Estadounidenses con discapacidades (ADA), Procedimientos del Poder Judicial con respecto a solicitudes de arreglos, apelaciones y quejas de discriminación para, Los empleados y solicitantes de empleo (Título I) Los usuarios de los tribunales (Título II) El Poder Judicial se ha comprometido a cumplir con la Ley de Americanos con Discapacidades (ADA), la Ley de Nueva Jersey Contra la Discriminación (NJLAD) y otras leyes afines contra la discriminación. El Poder Judicial ofrecerá arreglos razonables para usuarios de los tribunales, empleados calificados y solicitantes de empleo que tengan alguna discapacidad con tal de que el arreglo no altere fundamentalmente la naturaleza de un programa, servicio o actividad del Poder Judicial o le imponga demasiadas dificultades al Poder Judicial. El Poder Judicial ha establecido procedimientos de la ADA titulados: (1) " Los Procedimientos del Poder Judicial de Nueva Jersey del Título I de la ADA para Empleados y Solicitantes de Empleo con Discapacidades” y (2) Los Procedimientos del Poder Judicial de Nueva Jersey del Título II de la ADA para Acceso a los Tribunales para Individuos con Discapacidades. Los procedimientos se proporcionan por separado en dos folletos – uno para empleados/solicitantes de empleo brochures (Título I) y el otro para usuarios de los tribunales (Título II). Los folletos también identifican los Coordinadores del Título I y del Título II de las vecindades y de la oficina central asignados a encargarse de las solicitudes de arreglos de individuos con discapacidades. Si tiene alguna pregunta con respecto a estos procedimientos, podrá comunicarse con su Coordinador del Título I o del Título II que figura en los folletos. Título II de la ADA para Acceso a los Tribunales para Individuos con Discapacidades - folleto Lista de las Coordinadores Locales del Título II de la ADA para Acceso a los Tribunales para Individuos con Discapacidades
New Jersey Mental Health Resources, The Judiciary provides an open door to justice for all court users. This page provides information for court users dealing with mental health concerns., NJ Suicide Prevention NJ Suicide Prevention Hotline - 855-654-6735 855-654-6735, The New Jersey Suicide Prevention Hopeline operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Call any time. Or visit the NJ Hopeline website NJ Hopeline website to chat or email someone who can help., NJ Dept. of Health Screening Services by County, Each county has an agency designated to screen for psychiatric emergency services. Find your Designated Screening Services county designated screening information here., NJ Dept of Health Hotline Index, The Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services provides Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services contact information for organizations that help people with mental health concerns. They also have contacts to help veterans, gamblers, and substance abusers., Division of Mental Health Frequently Asked Questions, Frequently Asked Questions - Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Find answers to common questions about mental health resources in New Jersey., Mental Health Resources by County, This Directory of Mental Health Services directory of mental health resources by county includes addresses and phone numbers of all public and private services., Resources for Veterans, The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers mental health and other resources for those who have served their country. Veterans can also call the NJ Vet2Vet Hotline at 866-838-7654 866-838-7654 to talk to someone who can help. Njvet2vet Visit their website to learn more., Recovery Court Program, The New Jersey Recovery Court Program can help defendants overcome substance abuse while resolving related criminal charges. Only non-violent criminal defendants are eligible. Recovery Courts Work! Learn more about recovery courts.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Staff Listing, Mailing Address:, EEO/AA Officer, Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street P.O. Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 609-815-2915 EEOComplaint.mailbox@njcourts.gov Name Address Contact Administrative Office of the Courts Hopson, Tonya Chief Judiciary EEO/AA Officer Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: tonya.hopson @njcourts.gov Administrative Office of the Courts Douglas, Kimberly Affirmative Action Officer Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: kimberly.douglas @njcourts.gov Administrative Office of the Courts Nguyen, Rachel Attorney 2 Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: rachel.nguyen @njcourts.gov Administrative Office of the Courts Francis, Kyle EEO Investigator Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: kyle.francis @njcourts.gov Administrative Office of the Courts Mcdonald, Kaitlyn EEO Investigator Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: kaitlyn.mcdonald @njcourts.gov Administrative Office of the Courts Rodriguez, Monica EEO Investigator Administrative Office of the Courts Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex PO Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0972 Phone: 609-815-2915 Email: monica.rodriguez @njcourts.gov Atlantic/Cape May Peyton, Linda EEO/AA Officer Atlantic/Cape May Atlantic County Civil Courthouse 1201 Bacharach Boulevard Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47240 Email: linda.peyton @njcourts.gov Bergen Spekhardt, Amy EEO/AA Officer Bergen Bergen County Justice Center 10 Main Street Suite/Room 425 Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Phone: 201-221-0700 ext. 25118 Email: amy.spekhardt @njcourts.gov Burlington Chavez, Sarah EEO/AA Officer Burlington Courts Facility 49 Rancocas Road Mount Holly, New Jersey 08060 Phone: 609-288-9500 ext. 38675 Email: sarah.chavez1 @njcourts.gov Camden Urrea, Erika EEO/AA Officer Camden Camden County Hall of Justice 101 South 5th Street Suite/Room 105C Camden, New Jersey 08103 Phone: 856-650-9100 ext. 43110 Email: erika.urrea @njcourts.gov Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Locker, Kimberly EEO/AA Officer Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 45022 Email: kimberly.locker @njcourts.gov Essex Porther, Colin EEO/AA Officer Essex Essex County Veterans Courthouse 50 West Market Street Suite/Room 514 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: 973-776-9300 ext. 55727 Email: colin.porther @njcourts.gov Hudson VACANT EEO/AA Officer Hudson Hudson County Administration Bldg 595 Newark Avenue Suite/Room 500 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 Phone: 201-748-4400 ext. 60475 Email: geabnir.taymes @njcourts.gov Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 35 items
Judicial Ethics Members and Staff, ACJC Contact Information All information provided to the ACJC goes through the committee's staff. For more information, please call [phone_number] . The fax number for the committee is [fax] . The office address is: [office_address_simple], Candace Moody, Executive Director/Chief Counsel, Maureen Bauman, Disciplinary Counsel, Daniel Burns, Assistant Counsel, Louis Taranto, Chief Investigator, Members of the Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct, Chair: , Justice Virginia A. Long (Ret.) (Term Expiration: 2023), Vice Chair, : Hon. Stephen Skillman (Ret.) (Term Expiration: 2024), Members of the New Jersey Bar:, Hon. Edwin H. Stern (Ret.) (Term Expiration: 2023) Hon. Georgia M. Curio (Term Expiration: 2022) A. Matthew Boxer (Term Expiration: 2022) Vincent E. Gentile (Term Expiration: 2022) Diana C. Manning (Term Expiration: 2024), Lay Members, Not Holding Public Office:, Paul J. Walker (Term Expiration: 2024) David P. Anderson Jr. (Term Expiration: 2023) Karen Kessler (Term Expiration: 2022), All terms above expire on August 31 of year noted.
Custody/Visitation, Learn about custody and visitation arrangements in New Jersey., Child Custody, Parenting Time, and Visitation, For child custody, the rights of both parents are considered. Minor children must have frequent and continuing contact with both parents after the parents have separated. Parents are encouraged to share the rights and responsibilities of caring for their child(ren)., Custody, Joint Legal Custody, Fosters co-parenting and shared access to information., Sole Legal Custody, All major decisions are made by one parent., Primary Residential Custody, The child lives with one parent at least 51% of the time., Shared Residential Custody, The child resides with each parent equally., Parenting Time, Parenting Time is the time that a non-custodial parent spends with a child when the other parent has sole legal custody. Supervised parenting time means that the visits are overseen by a third person. The court can appoint a member of the family or another person to supervise., Visitation, A grandparent or any sibling of a child living in New Jersey can file in court to request visitation. The filer must prove that visitation is in the best interest of the child.
Consent Conference, Not all issues require a hearing. Consent conferences can help the parties reach agreement on custody, visitation, paternity, or child support. This process gives the parent or caregiver the chance to help write the court order for the judge to sign., Screening, All non-dissolution cases are screened to see if they are a good fit for a consent conference. A trained court professional will help the parties discuss the issues and try to reach agreement., Working It Out, The goal of the consent conference is to reach an agreement on the issues filed in court. Each issue in the court case is discussed. If an agreement is reached on some or all of the issues, the court staff writes up an order. The order lists issues where the parties agree. If they still disagree on some things, the order will say that., Judge Review, Both parties will sign the consent order. Then the judge will review and sign it. Once the judge signs the court order it becomes a binding agreement and enforceable. Copies of the signed court order are distributed to all parties., What Comes Next, The issues not resolved in the consent conference can go through further mediation. They also could be handled at a court hearing. The judge also could decide to dismiss them.
Glossary-Custody Parenting time, Glossary, Adult Neutral Party : An adult neutral party is an impartial third-party. They have no financial, official, or personal interest in a controversy, dispute, or issue. Affidavit : An affidavit is a notarized written statement made to the court swearing that the information contained in the filed papers is true. Appeal : An appeal is a written request asking a higher court to look at the decision of the judge and change that judge’s decision. Arrears : The word arrears means unpaid or overdue child support, alimony or spousal support payments. Caption : The caption is how the parties’ names were written in the original papers filed for your divorce. If you were the plaintiff or defendant, you are still the plaintiff or defendant for all subsequent filings. Certification : A certification is a written statement made to the court when you file papers, swearing that the information contained in the filed papers is true. Defendant : The defendant is the person or business against whom a case is filed. Exhibits : Exhibits are papers and information you provide to support what is in your motion. Family Case Information Statement (CIS) : The CIS tells the court your past financial status as well as your current status. If you are filing an FM motion and asking for any type of monetary relief such as an increase or decrease in support, you must complete and file a copy of the last CIS submitted to the court and complete a new and current CIS. File : To file means to give the correct forms and fee to the court to begin the court’s consideration of your request. Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system : The JEDS system is an electronic filing system for self-represented litigants for submitting documents to the court. Attorneys can only use the JEDS system in cases not managed through eCourts. Motion : A motion is a written request in which you ask the court to issue an order, change an order it has already issued, enforce an order it has already issued,, or ask the court to take some other action related to your case., Order : An order is a signed paper from the judge telling someone they must do something. Party : A party is a person, business or governmental agency involved in a court action. Plaintiff : The plaintiff is the party who starts the lawsuit. Pleading : A pleading is a formal written statement of the respective parties of their claim or response to a claim. Pro Se : The term pro se means that you are representing yourself in court without a lawyer. Process Server : A process server is a person (for example, a sheriff or deputy), who serves writs, subpoenas, etc. Relief : To ask for relief is to ask the court for something. Service : Service refers to the delivery of a writ, summons, or other legal papers to the person required to respond to them. Substantial Change : A substantial change , as used in this packet, means a significant change in your situation or circumstances affecting your case. Third Party : A third party is a person or group besides the two primarily involved in a situation, especially a dispute. Warrant : A warrant is a notification to law enforcement that a person should be arrested when found.