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  • Appellate Livestreams, The “View Livestream” button will appear next to the case title once the oral argument starts. Not all oral arguments are livestreamed. Read the Notice – Public Access in the Appellate Division: (1) Oral Arguments of Non-Public Cases Excepted from Livestreaming and Brief Posting; (2) New Form to Request Audio Recordings of Oral Arguments; and (3) Requesting Access to Non-Public Arguments/Records March 10, 2025 Notice to the Bar to see which case types are not livestreamed. Nov 3, 2025 Virtual OA 3 F-0011-25 Emergent Election Appeal Virtual OA A-3086-23 SANDRA LEMA AND ABELINO MOROCHO VS. THE BOROUGH OF GARWOOD ET AL. Briefs: A-3086-23 Briefs
  • Briefs from Argued Cases, Search Start End Apply Filters A-2308-21 IN THE MATTER OF NICOLE-KIRSTIE LLC VS. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION) Briefs A-2308-21 Briefs A-2308-21 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 30, 2025 A-2603-23 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. DARYL M. WILLIAMS A/K/A DARYL WILLIAMS Briefs A-2603-23 Briefs A-2603-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 30, 2025 A-0203-24 MOERAE MATRIX, INC. VS. MCCARTER & ENGLISH, LLP, BEVERLY W. LUBIT, ESQ. Briefs A-0203-24 Briefs A-0203-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 30, 2025 A-2009-23 529 WATERFRONT PROPERTIES, LP VS. MICHAEL GARGIULO, ET AL. Briefs A-2009-23 Briefs A-2009-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 30, 2025 A-2700-23 MICHAEL BATTISTA; ET AL. VS. MICHAEL GARGIULO AND PATRICIA GARGIULO Briefs A-2700-23 Briefs A-2700-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 30, 2025 A-0147-24 BETH HAAS VS. BRETT HAAS PAUL Briefs A-0147-24 Briefs A-0147-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-0424-24 IN THE MATTER OF THE NEW JERSEY SOLAR TRANSITION PURSUANT TO P.L. 2018, C. 17 - APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATION OF SOLAR FACILITY AS ELIGABLE FOR TRECS PURSUANT TO SUBSECTION (T) OF THE SOLAR ACT OF 2012 - KOBER SOLAR AUTO PARTS, INC. Briefs A-0424-24 Briefs A-0424-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-3975-23 IN THE MATTER OF THE SOLAR TRANSITION PURSUANT TO L. 2018, C. 17 - APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATION OF SOLAR FACILITY AS ELIGIBLE FOR TRECS PURSUANT TO SUBSECTION (T) OF THE SOLAR ACT OF 2012 - REEDER PROPERTY SOLAR FARM, LLC, BLOCK 7, LOT 11 Briefs A-3975-23 Briefs A-3975-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-1476-23 IN RE CHALLENGE OF CLAYTON SAND COMPANY TO DECEMBER 4, 2023 AMENDMENTS TO N.J.A.C. 7:50-1.1 ET SEQ. Briefs A-1476-23 Briefs A-1476-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-3581-23 JOHN SLOAN VS. CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, INC., ET AL. Briefs A-3581-23 Briefs A-3581-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-3881-23 JEFFREY BOVA, ET AL. VS. THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON PLANNING BOARD, ET AL. Briefs A-3881-23 Briefs A-3881-23 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-0291-24 AAKASH DALAL VS. JOHN L. MOLINELLI Briefs A-0291-24 Briefs A-0291-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 29, 2025 A-1081-24 NAGEL RICE, LLP VS. STARKEY, KELLY, KENNEALLY, CUNNINGHHAM & TURNBACH Briefs A-1081-24 Briefs A-1081-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-1763-24 PAL PARK BOYS, LLC VS. CITY OF HOBOKEN, RAVINDER SINGH BHALLA Briefs A-1763-24 Briefs A-1763-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-0722-24 NATURE'S TOUCH MED NJ, LLC D/B/A NATURE'S TOUCH VS. CITY OF HOBOKEN, ET AL. Briefs A-0722-24 Briefs A-0722-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-2854-24 TREVOR MILTON VS. CNBC, INC., NATHAN ANDERSON, AND HINDENBURG RESEARCH, LLC Briefs A-2854-24 Briefs A-2854-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-2791-24 TREVOR MILTON VS. CNBC, INC., NATHAN ANDERSON, AND HINDENBURG RESEARCH, LLC Briefs A-2791-24 Briefs A-2791-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-1414-24 VILLAS AT MANVILLE LLC VS. BROOKS TOWNHOUSES LLC Briefs A-1414-24 Briefs A-1414-24 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-1176-22 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. FERREIE JOHNSON Briefs A-1176-22 Briefs A-1176-22 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 28, 2025 A-0179-25 ML, INC. VS. EDISON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION ET AL. Briefs A-0179-25 Briefs A-0179-25 Briefs Close Argued: Oct. 27, 2025 Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to page 3 3 Go to last page 37 Last page Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 734 items
  • Recent Arguments Before the Supreme Court, We welcome your questions or feedback about the Supreme Court Webcasts. Please email us at Webcast.Mailbox@njcourts.gov . If you require a caption file of a below webcast, please email us at WebMaster.Mailbox@njcourts.gov . Webcasts also are available, along with appeal summaries and other case-related information, on the Supreme Court Appeals page. Watch the Court’s remarks commemorating the final oral argument sessions for Justice Jaynee LaVecchia , Justice Faustino J. Fernandez-Vina , Justice Barry T. Albin , and Justice Lee A. Solomon . Watch the Memorial remarks for Justice Coleman and Justice Handler Memorial Justice James H. Coleman Jr. and Justice Coleman and Justice Handler Memorial Justice Alan B. Handler ., Oral Argument Videos Forthcoming, Nov. 3, 2025 A-1-25 State v. Paul J. Caneiro (091055) Under the circumstances presented, where defendant’s house was on fire, was the warrantless seizure of evidence from the garage justified under the exigent circumstances exception to the warrant requirement?, Note:, The Court imposed an expedited, peremptory briefing schedule in this matter.  Any motion for leave to appear as amicus curiae shall be served and filed through eCourts Supreme, with the proposed amicus brief, on or before 9/24/25.  For information about submitting an amicus filing, please call the Clerk’s Office at 609-815-2955 609-815-2955 .  No further submissions will be accepted unless requested by the Court. Leave to Appeal Granted Posted Argued Nov. 3, 2025 A-67-24 Cassandra Gigi Smith v. Newark Community Health Centers, Inc. (089809) Under the New Jersey Charitable Immunity Act, N.J.S.A. 2A:53A-7 to -11, is defendant Newark Community Health Centers, Inc., organized exclusively for educational purposes, organized for charitable purposes such that a source-of-funds assessment was required, or organized exclusively for hospital purposes such that it is liable for up to $250,000 under N.J.S.A. 2A:53A-8? Certification Granted Posted Argued Briefs: A-67-24 Petition For Certification A-67-24 Respondent Brief A-67-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Nov. 3, 2025 A-32-24 State v. Tyrell S. Lansing (090121) Under Rule 1:2-1(b), should defendant’s expert be permitted to testify remotely at an evidentiary hearing and at trial? Leave to Appeal Granted Posted Argued Briefs: A-32-24 Brief In Support Of Motion A-32-24 Answering Brief Letter A-32-24 Appellate Division Brief A-32-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-32-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-32-24 Pashman Stein et al. Amicus Curiae Brief A-32-24 Lowenstein Sandler Amicus Curiae Brief A-32-24 Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief, Webcast Archive, Oct. 21, 2025, A-68-24 In the Matter of the Verified Petition for the Proposed Creation of a PK-12 All-Purpose Regional School District (090182) A-68-24 A-68-24 Audio for A-68-24 Close Briefs: A-68-24 Petition for Certification A-68-24 Respondent Brief A-68-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-47-24 State v. Gerald W. Butler (090237) A-47-24 A-68-24 Part 1 Audio for A-68-24 Part 1 A-68-24 Part 2 Audio for A-68-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-47-24 Petition for Certification Letter A-47-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-47-24 Appellate Division Brief A-47-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-47-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-47-24 American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey Amicus Brief Letter A-47-24 Pashman Stein et al. Amicus Curiae Brief A-35-24 In the Matter of P.T. Jibsail Family Limited Partnership Tidelands License Number 1515-06-0012.1 TDI 190001 (089547) A-35-24 A-35-24 Audio for A-35-24 Close Briefs: A-35-24 Petition for Certification A-35-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-35-24 Respondent Brief A-35-24 Reply Brief A-35-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Letter A-35-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-35-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-35-24 Attorney General Supplemental Brief, Oct. 20, 2025, A-43-24 State v. Jeremy Arrington (090216) A-43-24 A-43-24 Audio for A-43-24 Close Briefs: A-43-24 Petition for Certification A-43-24 Appellate Division Brief A-43-24 Appellate Division Pro Se Supplemental Brief A-43-24 Appellate Division Reply Brief A-43-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-43-24 Appellate Division Brief A-43-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-43-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-43-24 Gibbons PC Amicus Curiae Brief A-43-24 ACLU of New Jersey Amicus Curiae Brief A-43-24 Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief A-59-24 State v. Kader S. Mustafa (090329) A-59-24 A-59-24 Part 1 Audio for A-59-24 Part 1 A-59-24 Part 2 Audio for A-59-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-59-24 Petition for Certification A-59-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-59-24 Appellate Division Brief A-59-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-59-24 American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey Amicus Curiae Brief Letter A-59-24 Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief A-59-24 Gibbons PC Amicus Curiae Brief A-59-24 Appellant Response to Amicus Curiae Brief Letter A-46-24 In the Matter of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, and AFSCME Local 888 (090230) A-46-24 A-46-24 Audio for A-46-24 Close Briefs: A-46-24 Petition for Certification A-46-24 Respondent Brief A-46-24 Beckett Paris LLC Respondent Brief A-46-24 Reply Brief A-46-24 Zazzali PC Amicus Curiae Brief A-46-24 Weissman & Mintz LLC Amicus Curiae Brief A-46-24 Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief A-46-24 Sills Cummis & Gross Response to NJEA Amicus Curiae Brief A-46-24 Sills Cummis & Gross Response to Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief A-46-24 Sills Cummis Response to American Federation of Teachers et al. Amicus Curiae Brief, Oct. 9, 2025, A-34-24 Mist Pharmaceuticals, LLC v. Berkley Insurance Company (089689) A-34-24 A-34-24 Audio for A-34-24 Close Briefs: A-34-24 Petition For Certification A-34-24 Respondent Brief A-34-24 Reply Brief A-34-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-34-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-44-24 State v. Jule Hannah (089819) A-44-24 A-44-24 Part 1 Audio for A-44-24 Part 1 A-44-24 Part 2 Audio for A-44-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-44-24 Petition For Certification A-44-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-44-24 Appellate Division Brief A-44-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-44-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-44-24 Aclu Amicus Curiae Letter A-44-24 Gibbons PC Amicus Curiae Brief A-44-24 Pashman Stein et al. Amicus Curiae Brief A-44-24 Appellant Response To Amicus Curiae Brief A-45-24 Andris Arias v. County of Bergen (089642) A-45-24 A-45-24 Audio for A-45-24 Close Briefs: A-45-24 Petition For Certification A-45-24 Respondent Brief A-45-24 Reply Brief A-45-24 Britcher Leone Sergio Amicus Curiae Brief A-45-24 Genova Burns Amicus Curiae Brief, Oct. 6, 2025, A-27-24 Sergio Lopez v. Marmic LLC (089632) A-27-24 A-27-24 Part 1 Audio for A-27-24 Part 1 A-27-24 Part 2 Audio for A-27-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-27-24 Petition For Certification A-27-24 Respondent Brief A-27-24 Reply Brief A-27-24 Amicus Curiae Brief A-27-24 Respondent Response To Amicus Curiae Brief A-27-24 Seton Hall Center For Social Justice Amicus Curiae Brief A-27-24 Rutgers Law And Upenn Carey School Of Law Amcius Curiae Brief A-27-24 Attorney General Amicus Curiae Brief A-27-24 Costello Mains et al. Amicus Curiae Brief A-27-24 Respondent Response To Amicus Curiae Brief A-42-24 Despina Alice Christakos v. Anthony A. Boyadjis, Esq. (090214) A-42-24 A-42-24 Audio for A-42-24 Close Briefs: A-42-24 Brief In Support Of Motion A-42-24 New Jersey State Bar Association Amicus Curiae Brief A-42-24 Appellant Response To Amicus Curiae Brief, Sept. 26, 2025, A-36-24 Russell Forde Hornor v. Upper Freehold Regional Board of Education (089973) A-36-24 A-36-24 Part 1 Audio for A-36-24 Part 1 A-36-24 Part 2 Audio for A-36-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-36-24 Brief in Support of Motion A-36-24 Answering Brief A-36-24 Reply Brief A-36-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Renaud Collicchio LLC A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Scarinici Hollenbeck A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Levy Konigsberg LLP A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Howarth and Associates LLC A-36-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Attorney General A-36-24 Appellant Response to Amicus Brief Attorney General A-36-24 Appellant Response to Amicus Curiae Other A-36-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Hach Rose et al. A-36-24 Respondent Reply Amicus Brief A-37/38/39-24 Ormond Simpkins, Jr. v. South Orange-Maplewood School District (089974) A-37/38/39-24 A-37/38/39-24 Part 1 Audio for A-37/38/39-24 Part 1 A-37/38/39-24 Part 2 Audio for A-37/38/39-24 Part 2 Close, Sept. 25, 2025, A-62/63-24 State v. Jamel Carlton (090241) A-62/63-24 A-62/63-24 Audio for A-62/63-24 Close A-24-24 Horace Cowan v. New Jersey State Parole Board (089243) A-24-24 A-24-24 Part 1 Audio for A-24-24 Part 1 A-24-24 Part 2 Audio for A-24-24 Part 2 Close Briefs: A-24-24 Petition for Certification A-24-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-24-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-24-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-24-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Pashman Stein et al. A-24-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Seton Hall Law School Center for Social Justice A-24-24 Amicus Curiae Brief ACLU of New Jersey A-31-24 Giuseppe Amato v. Township of Ocean School District (090133) A-31-24 A-31-24 Audio for A-31-24 Close Briefs: A-31-24 Brief in Support of Motion Letter A-31-24 Answering Brief Letter A-31-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Levinson Axelrod PA A-31-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Pellettieri Rabstein Altman A-31-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Zazzali Law A-31-24 Appellant Response to Amicus Brief Letter D-109-24 IMO Scott Eric Diamond (090728) D-109-24 D-109-24 Audio for D-109-24 Close D-110-24 IMO Jesse M. Cohen (090729) D-110-24 D-110-24 Audio for D-110-24 Close, Sept. 9, 2025, A-26-24 In the Matter of the Certificates of Nicholas Cilento, State Board of Examiners, New Jersey Department of Education (089658) A-26-24 A-26-24 Audio for A-26-24 Close Briefs: A-26-24 Petition for Certification A-26-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-26-24 Reply Brief A-26-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Schwartz Law Group LLC A-26-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Zazzali PC A-26-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief Letter A-26-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-28-24 Extech Building Materials, Inc. v. E&N Construction, Inc. (089720) A-28-24 A-28-24 Audio for A-28-24 Close Briefs: A-28-24 Petition for Certification A-28-24 Respondent Brief A-28-24 Reply Brief, Sept. 8, 2025, A-48/49-24 In the Matter of Petition for Rulemaking to Amend N.J.A.C. 10A:71-3.11, N.J.A.C. 10A:71-2.2, and N.J.A.C. 10A:71-3.20 (089529) A-48/49-24 A-48/49-24 Audio for A-48/49-24 Close Briefs: A-48/49-24 Petition for Certification A-48/49-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-48/49-24 Reply Brief A-48/49-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Seton Hall Law School A-29-24 C.A.L. v. State of New Jersey (089655) A-29-24 A-29-24 Audio for A-29-24 Close D-104-24 IMO Mendel Zilberberg (090690) D-104-24 D-104-24 Audio for D-104-24 Close D-65-24 IMO Jon Mitchell De Masi (090308) D-65-24 D-65-24 Audio for D-65-24 Close, July 1, 2025, D-89-24 IMO Stacey Dawn Wilson (090583) D-89-24 D-89-24 Audio for D-89-24 Close D-88-24 IMO Brittany L. Parisi (090564) D-88-24 D-88-24 Audio for D-88-24 Close D-79-24 IMO Rodrigo Sanchez (090469) D-79-24 D-79-24 Audio for D-79-24 Close, April 29, 2025, A-25-24 States Newsroom Inc. v. City of Jersey City (089943) A-25-24 A-25-24 Audio for A-25-24 Close A-40-24 Donald Whiteman v. Township Council of Berkeley Township (089641) A-40-24 A-40-24 Audio for A-40-24 Close Briefs: A-40-24 Petition for Certification A-40-24 Respondent Brief A-40-24 Reply Brief A-20-24 State v. Delshon J. Taylor Jr. (089386) A-20-24 A-20-24 Audio for A-20-24 Close Briefs: A-20-24 Petition for Certification A-20-24 Respondent Brief Letter A-20-24 Appellate Division Brief A-20-24 Supplemental Appellant Brief A-20-24 Supplemental Respondent Brief A-20-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Attorney General A-20-24 Response to Amicus Curiae Brief Letter A-20-24 Amicus Curiae Brief Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey A-20-24 Amicus Curiae Brief American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey
  • Argument Schedule, Not all appeals include oral argument. Visit our Appellate Division home page to see Appellate Division Calendars and Locations all upcoming appeals . Briefs are available online if those documents are not sealed. Read the Notice – Public Access in the Appellate Division: (1) Oral Arguments of Non-Public Cases Excepted from Livestreaming and Brief Posting; (2) New Form to Request Audio Recordings of Oral Arguments; and (3) Requesting Access to Non-Public Arguments/Records March 10, 2025 Notice to the Bar to see which case types are impounded. Not all appeals will have oral argument. Read 2:11-Argument; Determination; Costs; Rehearing Court Rule 2:11-1 for details on oral argument requests. Visit our Appellate Division home page to see Appellate Division Calendars and Locations all upcoming appeals . Briefs are available online if those documents are not sealed or otherwise deemed confidential. Read 1:38-Public Access To Court Records and Administrative Records Court Rule 1:38 for more information about public access to Appellate Court documents. Nov 4, 2025 Virtual OA 3 F-0012-25 Emergent Election Appeal Nov 5, 2025 Trenton 5th Floor A-2954-23 MARC CELLER VS. ESTATE OF VINCENZA PETRUZZELLA, ET AL. Briefs: A-2954-23 Briefs A-1833-24 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. GEORGE E. NORCROSS, III, ET AL. Briefs: A-1833-24 Briefs Virtual OA 3 F-0013-25 Emergent Election Appeal Virtual OA A-2438-24 STATE OF NEW JERSEY, BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VS. 2.150-ACRES OF LAND IN THE BOROUGH OF POINT PLEASANT BEACH, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY; ET AL. Briefs: A-2438-24 Briefs Nov 6, 2025 Virtual OA A-1998-23 RENEE FULLER VS. JAMES FULLER A-3003-23 ASHWINNI D. SEOPERSAD VS. FULGER'S GOLDEN BEER & LIQUORS A/K/A FULGER'S HARRISON; ET AL. Briefs: A-3003-23 Briefs A-3622-23 GARDEN STATE OUTDOOR, LLC VS. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF MIDDLE TOWNSHIP AND THE TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLE TOWNSHIP Briefs: A-3622-23 Briefs A-0346-24 GARDEN STATE OUTDOOR, LLC VS. CITY OF SOMERS POINT AND CITY OF SOMERS POINT ZONING BOARD Briefs: A-0346-24 Briefs A-0479-24 NEW JERSEY MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION VS. POWER MOTORS, LLC ET AL. Briefs: A-0479-24 Briefs Trenton 5th Floor A-2895-22 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JAMIL S. HUBBARD Briefs: A-2895-22 Briefs A-0765-24 CRAIG MOTT VS. JANAEA SHEPHERD Briefs: A-0765-24 Briefs A-3124-23 ERNEST TURNER VS. BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TEACHERS' PENSION AND ANNUITY FUND Briefs: A-3124-23 Briefs A-4138-23 SEBASTIANO PISCIOTTA AND LINDA PISCIOTTA VS. 5 TERRE, LLC, ET AL. Briefs: A-4138-23 Briefs Nov 10, 2025 Trenton 5th Floor A-0129-23 SECOND INNING 1, L.L.C. VS. RELAP L.L.C., ET AL. Briefs: A-0129-23 Briefs A-3647-23 STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. JOSE FLORES Briefs: A-3647-23 Briefs A-0892-24 GALINA BENIMOVIC VS. BOROUGH OF MONTVALE, ET AL. Briefs: A-0892-24 Briefs A-0954-24 JOSEPH GRIECO VS. BOARD OF TRUSTEES, POLICE AND FIREMEN'S RETIREMENT SYSTEM
  • Court Holidays and Recesses 2025-2026, SUPREME COURT OF NEW JERSEY, It is ORDERED that the schedule of legal holidays and court recesses for the trial division of the Superior Court and for the Tax Court for the court year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026, is as follows: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 First Day of 2025-2026 Court Year Friday, July 4, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, September 1, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, October 13, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, November 24, 25, and 26, 2025 Statewide Judicial College  (Emergent Matters Only)  Thursday, November 27, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Thursday, December 25, 2025 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Friday, December 26, 2025 through Wednesday, December 31, 2025 Court Recess (Emergent Matters Only) Thursday, January 1, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, January 19, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, February 16, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Friday, April 3, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Monday, May 25, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Friday, June 19, 2026 Legal Holiday (Emergent Matters Only)  Wednesday, July 1, 2026 First Day of 2026-2027 Court Year Dated: July 1, 2024
  • Motion Day Schedule 2025-2026, SUPREME COURT OF NEW JERSEY, It is ORDERED that for the court year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026, motions in all trial courts (including the Tax Court) shall be heard on Fridays or as otherwise provided by a judge pursuant to 1:6-2- Form of Motion; Hearing Rule 1 :6-2(b), except that motions to be argued in the Law Division of Superior Court shall be heard on the following days: Thursday July 3, 2025 Friday July 18, 2025 Friday August 1, 2025 Friday August 15, 2025 Friday August 29, 2025 Friday September 12, 2025 Friday September 26, 2025 Friday October 10, 2025 Friday October 24, 2025 Friday November 7, 2025 Friday November 21, 2025 Friday December 5, 2025 Friday December 19, 2025 Friday January 9, 2026 Friday January 16, 2026 Friday January 30, 2026 Friday February 13, 2026 Friday February 27, 2026 Friday March 13, 2026 Friday March 27, 2026 Friday April 10, 2026 Friday April 24, 2026 Friday May 8, 2026 Friday May 22, 2026 Friday June 5, 2026 Thursday June 18, 2026 Dated: July 1, 2024
  • Artificial Intelligence - Use in the Courts, On This Page, Body, NJ Judiciary Policies and Guidance on AI, Notice – Attorney Responsibilities as to Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies – New Requirement of One CLE Credit in Technology-Related Subjects (April, 2, 2025).” Notice – Attorney Responsibilities as to Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies – New Requirement of One CLE Credit in Technology-Related Subjects (April, 2, 2025) Statement of Principles for the New Jersey Judiciary’s Ongoing Use of Artificial Intelligence, Including Generative Artificial Intelligence Statement of Principles for the New Jersey Judiciary’s Ongoing Use of Artificial Intelligence, Including Generative Artificial Intelligence (Jan. 2024) Preliminary Guidelines on the Use of Artificial Intelligence by New Jersey Lawyers Preliminary Guidelines on the Use of Artificial Intelligence by New Jersey Lawyers (Jan. 2024) Notice on Use of Artificial Intelligence Notice on Use of Artificial Intelligence Notice - Artificial Intelligence - (1) Summary of Responses to Judiciary Survey of New Jersey Attorneys; (2) Plans for No-Cost Continuing Legal Education Programs Notice – Artificial Intelligence – (1) Summary of Responses to Judiciary Survey of NJ Attorneys; (2) Plans for No-Cost Continuing Legal Education Programs Survey on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence by Attorneys Practicing in the New Jersey Courts Survey on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence by Attorneys Practicing in the New Jersey Courts, New Jersey Judiciary AI Resources, How AI Is Shaping Cybersecurity Risks and Responses How AI Is Shaping Cybersecurity Risks and Responses (recorded 12-19-24 webinar) Guidance for Courts on the Importance of Artificial Intelligence - NJ Judiciary The Importance of Artificial Intelligence - NJ Judiciary (July 2024) Glossary of AI Terms for NJ Judges Glossary of AI Terms PowerPoint – Legal Ethics & Artificial Intelligence: Guidance for New Jersey Lawyers PowerPoint – Legal Ethics & Artificial Intelligence: Guidance for New Jersey Lawyers (July 24, 2024), Additional Non-Judiciary Resources, New Jersey Lawyer, April 2025 Issue New Jersey Lawyer, April 2025 Issue on Artificial Intelligence (includes articles on the NJ Judiciary’s AI efforts) Artificial Intelligence: The Need for State Court Leadership – NCSC 2024 State Court Trends Artificial Intelligence: The Need for State Court Leadership – NCSC 2024 State Court Trends (Kattalai and Lewis Kelly) Artificial Intelligence, Discovery Admissibility Case Law Other Resources Artificial Intelligence Case Law Compendium by Ronald J. Hedges (Jan. 2024)(this is not an NJ Judiciary document) Report of the New Jersey State Bar Association Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Law Report of the New Jersey State Bar Association Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Law (May 2024) (this is not an NJ Judiciary document)
  • Civil and Foreclosure Public Access, Instructions, First-time users must register with the New Jersey Courts to search civil and foreclosure cases. If you already have a user ID and password to access eCourts, Evidence Submission, Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) or Municipal Case Resolution, you must use those credentials. Attorneys must use their assigned attorney bar ID credentials to access the Civil Search Application.              Civil and Foreclosure Public Access returning Users RETURNING USERS Civil and Foreclosure Public Access - First-Time User Registration FIRST-TIME USER REGISTRATION, Disclaimer, Certain records may not be available for public inspection in accordance with Federal and State statutes and the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey or court order. Common examples of confidential records include those involving child victims of sexual abuse, cases involving trade secrets and records in any case ordered impounded by a judge. Confidential records and information will not be returned in your search results. The information displayed on this website is generated from computerized records in the custody and control of the New Jersey Judiciary and is intended for informational purposes only. The Judiciary provides this information as a public service and makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding its accuracy, reliability, currency, completeness, or suitability for any particular purpose. Additionally, the Judiciary assumes no liability for the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems. Attempts to interfere with the operation of the Judiciary's computerized systems or to alter records in the Judiciary's computerized systems is strictly prohibited and may result in criminal prosecution, civil penalties, or disciplinary action where appropriate. In addition, the Judiciary will seek indemnification, including costs and attorneys fees, for any claims brought in connection with the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems.
  • Judgment Lien Public Access, Instructions, First-time users must register with the New Jersey Courts to search judgment liens. If you already have a user ID and password to access eCourts, Evidence Submission, Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) or Municipal Case Resolution, you must use those credentials. Attorneys must use their assigned attorney bar ID credentials to access the eCourts Civil Case Jacket.                 Judgment Lien Public Access -Returning Users RETURNING USERS Judgment Lien Public Access-First-Time User Registration FIRST-TIME USER REGISTRATION, Disclaimer, Certain records may not be available for public inspection in accordance with Federal and State statutes and the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey or court order. Common examples of confidential records include those involving child victims of sexual abuse, cases involving trade secrets and records in any case ordered impounded by a judge. Confidential records and information will not be returned in your search results. The information displayed on this website is generated from computerized records in the custody and control of the New Jersey Judiciary and is intended for informational purposes only. The Judiciary provides this information as a public service and makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding its accuracy, reliability, currency, completeness, or suitability for any particular purpose. Additionally, the Judiciary assumes no liability for the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems. Attempts to interfere with the operation of the Judiciary's computerized systems or to alter records in the Judiciary's computerized systems is strictly prohibited and may result in criminal prosecution, civil penalties, or disciplinary action where appropriate. In addition, the Judiciary will seek indemnification, including costs and attorneys fees, for any claims brought in connection with the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems.
  • Civil Motion Calendar, Instructions, First-time users must register with the New Jersey Courts to search civil mediators, civil motion calendars, and discovery end dates. After logging in, please proceed to the “Find a Case – Public Access” tile and select “Civil Search." If you already have a user ID and password to access eCourts, Evidence Submission, Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) or Municipal Case Resolution, you must use those credentials. Attorneys must use their assigned attorney bar ID credentials to access the eCourts Civil Case Jacket.                 Returning Users RETURNING USERS First-Time User Registration FIRST-TIME USER REGISTRATION, Disclaimer, Certain records may not be available for public inspection in accordance with Federal and State statutes and the Rules Governing the Courts of the State of New Jersey or court order. Common examples of confidential records include those involving child victims of sexual abuse, cases involving trade secrets and records in any case ordered impounded by a judge. Confidential records and information will not be returned in your search results. The information displayed on this website is generated from computerized records in the custody and control of the New Jersey Judiciary and is intended for informational purposes only. The Judiciary provides this information as a public service and makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding its accuracy, reliability, currency, completeness, or suitability for any particular purpose. Additionally, the Judiciary assumes no liability for the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems. Attempts to interfere with the operation of the Judiciary's computerized systems or to alter records in the Judiciary's computerized systems is strictly prohibited and may result in criminal prosecution, civil penalties, or disciplinary action where appropriate. In addition, the Judiciary will seek indemnification, including costs and attorneys fees, for any claims brought in connection with the improper or illegal use of information obtained from its computerized systems.
  • Essex Law Day Celebration, On This Page, Body, Law Day Announcement  , Essex Law Day 2025 May 1, is recognized as a national day of observance and celebration of the rule of law in the United States. This observance provides an opportunity to reflect on the contributions and importance of the law, the courts and the legal process that is guaranteed to all Americans. Each year, the Superior Court of New Jersey - Essex Vicinage organizes its annual Law Day Celebration. This annual program was initiated in 1997 and typically takes place during the first week in May. The Law Day program was developed and implemented by the Essex Law Day Committee composed of judges and staff as well as representatives from the New Jersey State Bar Foundation and the Essex County Bar Association. Law Day Events are planned around a theme that the American Bar Association selects each year, and includes various related components. The celebration provides the court with an opportunity to educate the community about our great laws and system of government. The Essex Vicinage Law Day program has enjoyed great success and in 2006 won an Outstanding Activity Award from the American Bar Association. Schools that are interested in learning more about Law Day may contact the Office of the Ombudsman at 973-776-9300 ext. 56886  or email your inquiry to EssexLawDay.mbx@njcourts.gov  Click here to view the 2026 Essex Law Day Program Announcement Essex Law Day Program announcement ., Activities, Schools and individual students are invited to join the Essex Vicinage to participate in one or more of the Essex Law Day Activities 2025 Law Day Activities ., Mock Trial Program, A mock trial is a simulation of an actual trial that would take place in a trial court for a civil or criminal case. The purpose of our mock trial program is to educate students on the legal system and court processes as well as allow them interact with judges, attorneys and other legal professionals. A fact pattern, which is utilized as the script, provides a summary of the details of the case to be presided over. In Essex, interested groups may register to participate in a mock trial and other activities as part of the annual Law Day Program. Registration information can be found in the late fall and early winter months (starting in November or December) at the Judiciary’s website. The date of the mock trial is provided in advance so that schools may determine their availability to participate prior to registering. At the end of the registration deadline the Essex Vicinage Law Day Committee gathers the information and pairs each school with a mock trial team consisting of a judge and two attorneys. Each team will coordinate with the school/group to visit them on the assigned date and time to conduct the mock trial with the students. Read Mock Trial Program Guide 2025 2026 Mock Trial Program Guide Read the Mock Trial Program For Elementary School Students 2026 Mock Trial Fact Pattern for Elementary School Students Read the Mock Trial Program For High School Students 2026 Mock Trial Fact Pattern for High School Students, Contests, Art Contest, : Click the 2026 Law Day Art Contest to view contest rules., Writing Contest, : Click the 2026 Law Day Writing Contest to view contest rules., Video Contest, : Click the 2026 Law Day Video Contest to view contest rules., Registration, To register for the 2026 Essex Law Day Program, click the REGISTRATION LINK . Contact the Essex Office of the Ombudsman for assistance or with questions regarding any of the Essex Law Day activities at EssexLawDay.mbx@njcourts.gov  or 973-776-9300 ext. 56886, Contest Winners, Congratulations to our Art Contest, Writing Contest, and Video Contest winners! The Essex Vicinage Law Day Souvenir Booklet Essex Vicinage Law Day Souvenir Booklet includes the names and schools of all students who won awards. It also includes all of the winning art, essay, and poetry entries as well as screen shots from the winning videos.  Read the 2024 Law Day Winning Schools List 2025 Law Day Winning Schools List View the 2024 Law Day Award Ceremony Invite 2025 Law Day Award Ceremony Photo Gallery, History of Law Day, Prior to 1958, the first day of May was known as May Day. It was designated as the day to remember the struggles of workers in their fight for better wages and working conditions. This was also the day when the Soviet Union and other communist countries demonstrated their military strength with massive parades. The May Day parades in the Soviet Union would display military troops with new war weapons, military vehicles, missiles and tanks. To redirect the American public’s focus from military strength to the virtues and principles of government under law, American Bar Association (ABA) President Charles S. Rhynes, drafted a proclamation declaring May 1 Law Day. The purpose of Law Day is to increase the public’s awareness of the rule of law, praises our constitutional system of government and our great heritage under the rule of law. On February 5, 1958, President Eisenhower signed the proclamation declaring May 1 to be Law Day in the United States. Three years later, Congress passed a joint resolution establishing the official date for Law Day as May 1.
  • Criminal Practice Division, The Criminal Practice Division develops and implements policies and best practices to advance the goals and mission of the Judiciary in areas related to criminal justice., On This Page, Body Contact Information  Donna Westhoven, Assistant Director, Criminal Practice Division 609-815-2900 ext. 55300 The following statewide directories are available:  Criminal Division Presiding Judges Criminal Division Presiding Judges Criminal Division Manager Conference Contact List Criminal Division Managers Recovery Court Judges and Coordinators Contact List Recovery Court Judges and Coordinators criminal division records room County Criminal Records Rooms, Services, Visit our Self-Help Center Self-Help Center if you are representing yourself in a court matter. You can also: Learn about New Jersey's successful  Recovery Courts Recovery Court  program and how to apply. Apply for the Pretrial Intervention Pretrial Intervention Program , which helps rehabilitate first-time non-violent defendants without criminal sentencing. Copies of Court Records Request a court record  from the Superior Court Records Center. Expunging Your Court Records Expunge a court record  for certain types of criminal cases. Learn about the Supreme Court's Expungement of Marijuana or Hasish Cases automatic expungement of thousands of marijuana and hashish cases . Find information on Criminal Justice Reform Criminal Justice Reform in New Jersey., Online Tools, The Criminal Practice Division offers several online tools. You can file cases electronically, look up criminal court cases, and find legal practice resources. Key online tools: eCourts eCourts can be used by prosecutors and defense attorneys in criminal cases. The eCDR/probable cause system eCDR/probable cause system is available to courts and law enforcement personnel. Search for  Criminal Judgments Search criminal judgments. The online expungement system online expungement system can be used to file for an expungement for eligible cases. Use the Model Criminal Jury Charges Model Criminal Jury Charge System  to prepare jury charges. The Criminal Sample Verdict Sheets Criminal Sample Verdict Sheets  can be used to create verdict sheets for submission to the court. The Promis/Gavel public access sytem Promis/Gavel public access system  provides public information from the criminal case tracking system shared by the courts, the prosecutors, and law enforcement. , Forms, Find the forms needed in the criminal practice division. CN Title 10079 Main Plea Form 10080 Plea-05 Supplemental Plea Form for Certain Sexual Offenses (Megan’s Law/Parole Supervision for Life/Community Supervision for Life) 10197 Written Acknowledgement - Notice of Trial 10304 Pretrial Intervention (PTI) Brochure 10557 How to Expunge Your Criminal and/or Juvenile Record 10693 Application for Public Defender (5A) - for Criminal Matters 10693 Application for Public Defender (5A) - for Contempt of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders 10753 Recovery Court Application 10778 Notice of Appeal Rights and Time to File a Petition for Post-Conviction Relief Colloquy 10778 Notice of Appeal Rights and Time to File a Petition for Post-Conviction Relief Form 10837 How to Appeal a Trial Court, Tax Court or State Agency Decision 10971 Waiver of Criminal Jury Trial Pursuant to Rule 1:8-1(a) 11000 Plea-06 Supplemental Plea Form for Drug Offenses 11077 Plea-02 Supplemental Plea Form for Non-Negotiated Pleas 11080 Plea-03 Supplemental Plea Form for Sexual Offenses Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to page 3 3 Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 15 of 44 items, Reports and Legal Reference, Here are some primary reference materials for criminal practice: Criminal Sample Verdict Sheets Criminal Sample Verdict Sheets Manual on NJ Sentencing Law Manual on NJ Sentencing Law NJ Rules of Evidence NJ Rules of Evidence Here are some key reports on the Criminal Practice Division. 2024 Report on Megan's Law Report of the Joint Committee on Criminal Justice Report of the Joint Committee on Criminal Justice 2012 Report on Identification Model Jury Charges 2012 Report on Identification Model Jury Charges 2012 report on Identification Procedures 2012 Report on Identification Procedures 2005 Report on Recordation of Custodial Interrogations 2005 Report on Recordation of Custodial Interrogations, The Criminal Justice Process, Intake, The Superior Court criminal division manages the criminal justice process. The process begins with an initial criminal complaint and ends with resolution or disposition. A defendant is charged with a criminal offense when: Police issue a formal complaint A citizen accuses them of a crime A grand jury issues an indictment Arrests can occur at the scene of a crime or from warrants or sworn statements. All arrests need to have probable cause. This means there is reason to believe the defendant committed a crime. Complaints list the reasons for the charge reference offenses listed in the New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice (Title 2C). The Superior Court hears or considers criminal offenses. A criminal conviction or guilty verdict in the Superior Court has major consequences. Punishment could include probation, fines and restitution, and imprisonment. Crimes are classified by degree from first to fourth., Degree, Potential Prison or Jail Term, First-degree 10-20 years Second-degree 5-10 years Third-degree 3-5 years Fourth-degree Up to 18 months in jail Defendants convicted of first- and second-degree crimes will probably go to prison. Third- and fourth-degree sentences might include prison or jail time, but it is not assumed. Complaints heard in municipal courts are disorderly persons offenses or petty disorderly persons. Disorderly persons offense can result in up to 6 months in jail. Petty disorderly persons offenses might result in up to 30 days in jail., First Appearance and Setting Conditions of Pretrial Release, Once a complaint is issued, a defendant is either arrested on a warrant or issued a summons to appear before a judge. This is known as a first appearance. Criminal justice reforms Criminal justice Reforms , implemented on January 1, 2017, mandate a first appearance within 48 hours of going to county jail. During the first appearance, a judge will either: Set conditions of pretrial release Order pretrial detention, or Set a bail when applicable. The judge might issue an arrest warrant if the defendant does not show up for the first appearance., Bail, Criminal justice reform Criminal justice reforms , implemented on January 1, 2017, changed how bail works in New Jersey. Bail is an option in very limited number of cases. Defendants arrested prior to 2017 can still post bail. If bail is posted, defendants are released until the charges are resolved. Bail conditions are typically set during the first appearance. Defendants might be required to: Post or deposit funds or property as a guarantee they will appear in court Give a personal bond (Forfeiting a set amount of money as promise to appear) Defendants using a personal bond might pay a bail bondsman to post funds for them. These defendants could be ordered to post a higher bail or have no bail set. They will remain in jail until the charges are resolved. If they appear in court as required, bail money should be refunded in full at the end of the case. Once defendants are released, bail is discharged to the surety. Some defendants might qualify for a Release on Own Recognizance (ROR). This applies to first time offenders and defendants with significant community ties. ROR is an affidavit certifying that they are aware of the charges and will appear to face them. When a bail is set, a Superior Court judge in the criminal division might order a bail investigation. Bail investigators collect information on the defendant's: Ties and standing in the community. Names, addresses, dates of birth. Employment, criminal record, mental health, and drug abuse history. Amenability to bail. Bail investigation reports consider how serious the crime was and how severe punishment might be if convicted. They also report on the defendant's family ties and financial status. These factors are all weighed with the likelihood the defendant will appear in court. Bail investigators report to the judge, who decides the amount and form of bail to be set, if any., Right To Counsel, All defendants have a right to an attorney. Defendants can hire a private attorney or be assigned a public defender. Private attorneys are usually either self-employed or work for private law firms that charge an hourly rate for services. When a defendant claims they cannot afford an attorney, the criminal division launches an indigence investigation. Criminal division staff investigate the defendant’s finances to determine what they can afford. Defendants are assigned a public defender or pool attorney when it is determined they cannot afford a private attorney. If the investigation reveals that a defendant can afford an attorney, the application might be denied. A criminal division judge might make the final decision to order a defendant to hire an attorney, allow pro se (self) representation, or order a defendant to consult an attorney who might take their case at a reduced rate., Pre-Indictment Events, Before indictment, the county prosecutor’s office will decide whether to pursue the case. They will decide if the charges have merit and if there is sufficient evidence. This process usually includes reviewing police reports and interviewing victims and witnesses. If there is insufficient evidence, the charges could be downgraded, sent back to municipal court or dismissed., Substance Abuse Evaluations, According to state and federal estimates, up to 70 percent of people charged with a crime were on drugs during the crime. The criminal division’s treatment assessment services for the courts (TASC) evaluates criminal defendants. Substance abuse evaluators: Interview defendants. Subject them to urine drug screening. Prepare drug assessment reports for criminal judges. The reports detail drug abuse histories and identify treatment needs. When addiction support is needed, the report recommends counseling at local drug and alcohol treatment centers. Judges can order defendants into drug or alcohol treatment as a condition of their pretrial release or probation. This program helps judges determine appropriate community support systems for defendants released from jail. Failure to complete treatment can result in sanctions, including revoking probation and a loss of liberty. For defendants with severe drug addictions, receiving court-mandated treatment becomes not only a choice between jail and community living, but one of life and death., Plea Bargains, In many cases, the prosecutor and defense attorney will negotiate a plea bargain. In a plea agreement, the prosecutor might offer a reduced sentenced in exchange for a guilty plea. In some cases, the charges are downgraded or dismissed. Maximum sentence terms could also be part of negotiated agreements. Criminal Division individual judge teams, managed by team leaders, establish a court date for the plea to be entered on record. Defendants entering a plea must sign a statement certifying they: Understand the plea. Enter into the agreement voluntarily. Were not pressured from the prosecution or their own attorney. Know judges are not bound by the agreement during sentencing. If a judge concludes that the plea bargain is too lenient, the judge can reject the plea. The judge might then order the prosecution and defense parties to renegotiate, or order the matter set down for trial. Criminal Division probation officers conduct presentence investigations when defendants plead guilty. The Criminal Practice Division of the Administrative Office of the Courts tracks all criminal cases in all counties from the time a complaint is issued to its disposition. The collected data is used to create statistical reports and monitor backlog., Pretrial Intervention Program (PTI), Pretrial Intervention is a diversionary program that permits certain defendants to avoid formal prosecution and conviction. Defendants enter a term of court supervised community living, often with counseling or other support. Criminal division managers direct the program. Probation officers investigate the history of all applicants to ensure their eligibility. Their reports aid the Criminal Division Manager Conference Contact List Criminal Division Manager and the prosecutor when deciding to recommend approval. They also assist criminal judges determine if defendants will be admitted. Defendants opting for this program apply directly to appropriate criminal division manager’s office. Admission to PTI requires the consent of the prosecutor, the criminal division manager, and the judge. Certain charges and defendants are generally not admitted. These include: Defendants charged with violent offenses. Probationers and parolees since they have prior convictions. Persons accused of racketeering or organized crime. Public officials accused of abusing their positions for personal gain. Prosecutors must be consulted before an applicant charged with a first- or second-degree crime can even be considered for PTI. The objective of PTI is to incentivize first time, non-violent offenders to rehabilitate. Defendants need to comply with conditions attached to judicial orders for PTI. These can include: Urine drug screening. A TASC evaluation on substance abuse. Participating in substance abuse or mental health counseling. Paying restitution and fines Community service Surrendering firearms or a driver’s license. Participants have criminal charges formally suspended for up to three years. Once a participant completes the program, charges are dismissed. However, if defendants fail to complete special conditions attached to their term of PTI supervision, they can be terminated from the program. Termination resumes the formal criminal process. Defendants then face indictment, trial, and, if convicted, the penalties prescribed by the Criminal Code. The Administrative Office of the Courts maintains a computer registry of all PTI applicants. This ensures no one is admitted into PTI more than once. See the Pretrial Intervention (PTI) Brochure Pretrial Intervention (PTI) Brochure  and Pre Trial Intervention (PTI) Application Pretrial Intervention (PTI) Application  for further information or contact your l Criminal Division Manager Conference Contact List ocal Superior Court Criminal Division . For more information, Contact your Criminal Division Manager Conference Contact List local Superior Court Criminal Division., The Grand Jury and The Indictment Process, If a criminal case has not been downgraded, diverted, or dismissed, the prosecutor will present the case to a grand jury for an indictment. The grand jury is a group of citizens selected from voter registrations, drivers’ licenses, and tax lists. It is their civic duty to serve. The grand jury considers evidence presented by the county prosecutor. They then determine if there is sufficient evidence to formally charge defendants and require them to respond to the charge(s). An indictment is not a finding of guilt. Neither the defendants nor their attorneys are present. Witnesses normally testify regarding the crime. If a majority of the 23 jurors vote to indict, the finding is a true bill that triggers further proceedings in the Criminal Division of Superior Court. If a majority finds the evidence to be insufficient, the grand jury enters a no bill, and the charge(s) are dismissed. The jury might, however, decide to charge the defendant with a less serious offense. The defendant must then appear in municipal court to face a disorderly persons or petty disorderly persons charge., The Arraignment, An arraignment is the formal notification of the charges against the defendant. It occurs within 14 days of the indictment. Once notified by the criminal division, the defendant must appear before a judge for the arraignment. Defendants can apply for a public defender at this point if they do not have represented. Prior to this conference, discovery or evidence is available to defense counsel. This exchange of evidence provides the defense with an opportunity to review the evidence the prosecution intends to use. After reviewing the discovery provided prior to the arraignment, the defendant might decide to apply for Pretrial Intervention (PTI), or to enter plea bargain negotiations. Defendants can also plead guilty. Criminal division probation officers investigate cases where defendants plead guilty at the formal arraignment. Sentencing will follow the presentence investigation, generally four to six weeks after convictions., Disposition/Status Conferences and the Pretrial Conference, Defendants who have pleaded not guilty at this point can continue plea negotiations or trial preparation. Pretrial case resolutions can occur at a disposition/status conference, where a defendant can plead guilty, with or without a negotiated plea bargain. At the pretrial conference, a plea cutoff date is set, after which no further plea negotiations can occur. If no plea agreement is reached, the matter will proceed to trial. Criminal division staff track conferences to ensure that cases are moving without undue delays. The Criminal Practice Division at the Administrative Office of the Courts evaluates statistics in each criminal court to monitor the overall case movements statewide. It also assists local court staff to address backlog if it should occur., Trials, Starting on January 1, 2017, Criminal Justice Reform laws require certain speedy trial deadlines. Defendants have a constitutional right to a jury trial but can waive this right in favor of a trial by a judge. Once a case has been tried, there are two outcomes: guilty or not guilty. Normally, an acquitted person has no further obligation to the court unless they face new charges. Prosecutors cannot appeal acquittals and defendants cannot be charged twice for the same offense. Defendants who are found guilty or convicted face sentencing. Punishments are rendered by the judge who tried the case. Once a trial is concluded, the criminal judge orders a presentence investigation. The criminal division investigates all defendants who have been convicted. Judges also set a date for sentencing., Presentence Investigation Reports and Sentencing, Criminal division probation officers prepare presentence investigation reports (PSIs) for criminal judges who render sentences convicted defendants. The reports assist judges in weighing the circumstances of the crime to the severity of the sentence. The PSI provides: A uniform assessment of a defendant's overall family, medical and criminal background. A summary of the offense and circumstances. Statements from victims and their families. Assessments of drug abuse history. A convict’s amenability to probations supervision a treatment. Financial conditions of the convict since sentences involve fines and restitution. The convict’s situation and suitability for probation. Reports generally recommend either prison or probation. Judges are not bound by the probation officers’ report, but their insight is essential in the criminal sentencing process. Judges consider the degree of harm and hardship imposed on victims and their families. They will with the mitigating factors of the crime against aggravating factors, which are elements that speak to the severity of the crime. Prior criminal record weighs heavily. It indicates a defendant's potential for rehabilitation and the risk posed for another crime. In most cases, judges have some discretion or choices on sentencing convicted defendants within the parameters of the Criminal Code. This discretion might extend to whether a defendant must serve time in prison or receive a term of probation. Of course, a judge's discretion can be limited if there is a plea agreement that contains a sentencing recommendation. Some crimes, such as convictions for using a gun during a robbery, carry mandatory prison terms. The judge must sentence a defendant to prison for at least a minimum term., Post-Conviction Motions, Convicted individuals can appeal their cases to the Appellate Division of the Superior Court. The Appellate Division reviews trial records and determines if the judge’s decisions in the Superior Court are fair and equitable. Defendants can file motions or requests to their sentencing judge to have sentences modified or for other relief., Teams in Criminal Division Case Processing, Criminal Division offices are organized into "teams." There are individual judge teams, where each criminal judge is assigned a team leader. Teams include: Clerical staff A court clerk A group of probation officers Investigators All team members work on the cases their trial judge will hear. Each team manages the calendar and scheduling of all court events for that judge. The team also completes PTI and PSI reports. The team provides courtroom support, computer data entry, and manages active court files and records. The teams coordinate court dates with prosecutors and public defenders, who also are assigned to the judge. Team members work in unison and one member can generally perform the work of other members. Their familiarity with each other's work and their judge improves efficiency and the overall case flow., Veterans Assistance Project, The Veterans Assistance Project (VAP) is a voluntary referral service for veterans who come in contact with the court system and who may be in need of veterans services from their local veterans service office. The goal is to acquire services and support to improve the quality of life for the men, women, and families who have made sacrifices in the defense of the United States. Available services can include mental health counseling, addiction services, legal services, and housing. The project is a combined effort of the Judiciary, the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA), and the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) to connect service members who come into contact with the courts and who need help with existing community services as well as mentors to address those issues. It is not a diversionary program. The project is geared toward identifying veterans who have come into contact with the courts and referring them for available services. The referral is voluntary. The project also involves a mentoring component that is being developed by the Adjunct General. During the assessment process, the local veterans service officer will determine whether the veteran could benefit from assignment of a mentor. If so, and if a mentor can be identified pursuant to the list developed by the Adjunct General, one will be assigned., Highlights, The project targets court-involved persons who have served in the military. It is a collaborative effort involving the Judiciary, DMAVA, and DMHAS. The Judiciary component offers voluntary identification and referral to one of 16 state veterans services offices (VSOs). The project has been spearheaded by the criminal division. The Judiciary began a county-by-county rollout in December 2008. The project now operates statewide. The Adjutant General shall develop and coordinate a volunteer-based program comprised of former service members to assist and mentor veterans who become involved with the criminal justice system. In addition, the Adjutant General shall develop a registry of volunteer mentors and make the registry available. Statewide Referrals since Inception =, 4,946 (as of 01/01/2026), Facts, DMAVA estimates that, as of Sept. 30, 2023, there were 299,271 veterans in New Jersey, of which 26,358 were women. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has identified substance use disorders as one of the three most common diagnoses amongst veterans, with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury in second and third place. The January 2008 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that approximately one out of six veterans from Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom have a substance use disorder. A Veterans Health Administration National Center for PTSD fact sheet reports that PTSD symptoms can indirectly lead to criminal behavior or through direct linkage of a traumatic incident to a specific crime. 19 percent of the veterans who returned from Iraq and Afghanistan, roughly 300,000 people, reported symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder or major depression. The Survey of Inmates in Local Jails reports that 9.3 percent of people incarcerated in jails are veterans. The primary offense for 70 percent of incarcerated veterans was a non-violent crime, and 45 percent had served two or more state prison sentences. At minimum, 90,000 of the 9 million unique inmates annually released from U.S. jails are veterans. A large majority (82 percent) are eligible for VA services, having been discharged either under honorable (65 percent) or general with honorable (17 percent) conditions., Collaboration, DMAVA provides a range of programs, assistance and support services to veterans and their families. DMAVA operates 16 VSOs that help veterans access federal and state benefits to which they may be entitled. For this project, once a veteran has been identified in the court system and volunteers to participate, the local VSO is notified and assists in identifying and providing the services needed by the veteran. DMHAS is the state mental health authority that oversees and has primary responsibility for funding the public adult mental health system. In addition to various psychiatric hospitals and units, the division has contracts with more than 120 not-for-profit community providers. For this project the DMHAS and its service providers assist in identifying veterans and providing mental health services for those veterans in need of such services. The cooperation of municipal prosecutors and public defenders, county jail personnel, health service providers, and superior court public defenders and prosecutors is also crucial. Each of these entities assists in identifying veterans and recognizing the need for services., History of the Program, In 2008, the New Jersey Judiciary piloted the VAP in the Municipal Court and Superior Court Criminal Divisions in the Atlantic and Union counties. Within the first year, three additional counties had implemented the project and five others were in the planning stages. The pilot project was designed to identify veterans as soon as possible after they entered the criminal justice system and when needed, provide referrals to the local VSO to connect those veterans to community resources to address the unique services they need. Those services could include a thorough assessment, identification of specific military entitlements, referrals for individual and family counseling, medical and legal assistance, educational and vocational training aid, and other community services. The intention was to connect defendants with services to which they are entitled and to help alleviate negative factors that may have contributed to their involvement in the criminal courts. Soon after the pilots in Atlantic and Union began, the Judiciary recognized that the VAP could be accessible to other court-involved veterans. Counties that were creating VAP planning teams and hosting meetings included representatives from the civil, family, municipal, and probation divisions. Today, the project is statewide and operates in all 21 counties., Process for Linking Veterans to Services, Veterans are identified at the earliest possible point as they enter the court system. There are multiple points at which a referral to a local VSO can be initiated. For example, self-identification as a veteran is solicited when persons enter county jails, municipal and superior courts, and as existing probationers report to the probation department. Once a veteran has self-identified, a referral to the VSO can be prepared if the veteran volunteers to participate. Completed referral forms are directed to the criminal division, where the referral is entered into the VAP database and then electronically sent to the local VSO., Management and Coordination, The Criminal Practice Division of the Administrative Office of the Courts provides programmatic support and assistance in the planning, implementation and operation of the VAP and collects and maintains monthly statistics that reflect the number of unique referrals forwarded to the local VSOs by each county. Each vicinage criminal division manager and staff provides local project management and coordination.
  • How to File, If your motion involves child support, check ( Court Rule 5:6A Child Support Guidelines N.J. Court Rule 5 :6A)  . to see the guidelines that are used to determine child support amounts., 12 Steps for Filing a Motion:, Fill out the Notice of Motion (Form A) This form tells the court and other party what you wish to change. It also lists the date the motion will be heard. Get a court date for your motion – Court Calendars, Schedules, and Agendas Court Calendar Use the link to go to the court calendar. Under “Miscellaneous,” select “Motion Day Schedule.” Pick a Friday that allows enough time to meet all requirements. Fill in that date on your Notice of Motion Form. Complete the Confidential Litigant Information Sheet eForm or download the document and complete it on your device. Fill out the Certification in Support of Motion (Form B) Type or print the reasons the court should agree to your request. Reasons must be based on facts. Include a copy of all pervious orders. Include any supporting documents, such as pay stubs or tax returns. Sign and date the form. Fill out the Proposed Order (Form C) Include everything you are asking the court. The original and two copies of your Proposed Order must be included. Do not use this form to establish a new child support claim. Do not use this form to increase or decrease your child support obligation. Fill out the Certification of Filing and Service (Form D) Tells the court the day you mailed or delivered your motion. Lists the method of delivery. Fill out the Notice to Litigants (From E) Use this form to inform the other party of your request., Failing to include the Notice to Litigants could get your case dismissed., Fill out the Statement for the Probation Division (Form F), Only use this form if child support is through the Probation Division.,   Fill out the Family Part Case Information Statement Case Information Statement (CIS) Use this form if you previously filed a CIS in the case. You must include a copy of the most recent CIS if you’re seeking monetary relief. Fill out the Letter to the Clerk (Form G) Complete the Letter to the Clerk of the Superior Court. This letter must be the first page of the documents you send to court. You must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Check your completed forms and make copies Check your forms. Make sure they are complete. Remove all instruction sheets. Make sure you signed where required. Make 3 copies of the entire packet. Make 2 extra copies of the proposed order. Keep one packet of copies for your records. Submit your forms Forms can be submitted electronically, by mail, or by delivery. You can upload your forms on  Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) . To mail your forms or deliver them in person, find your Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices county courthouse. You can properly serve the packet the other party or their attorney by: Certified or regular mail through the USPS Process server or Courier Service An adult neutral third party Delivery by you You must be able to prove in court you delivered the packet to the other party The How to Ask the Court to Change or Enforce an Order in Your Case (Family Multipurpose Post-Judgment Motions) Family Multi-Purpose Post Judgment Motion Packet  has more detailed instructions for filling out the required forms.
  • Change a Court Order, Follow these steps to change a parenting time, custody, or visitation order. , Change a Non-Dissolution Court Order, Fill out the  How to file a request to modify a Non-Dissolution "FD" Court Order previously issued by the court Application for Modification of Court Order or Cross-Application for Modification of a Court Order. Include the current address of the other party. This is very important. The other party will receive a Notice to Appear in court and a copy of your court papers. If the other party cannot be reached, your case might be dismissed or delayed. What to do if you cannot find the other party: If you are asking for child support, your county welfare office can help you locate the other parent. They receive federal funding to perform this service for child support recipients. If you are not asking for child support, you can complete the  Certification of Diligent Search Kit Diligent Search Kit to show that you tried to find the other party. Your case cannot proceed until the other party is found. Complete the Confidential Litigant Information Sheet eForm or download the document and complete it on your device. If you are asking for child support or a change to your child support order, fill out the  Financial Statement for Summary Support Actions Summary Form for Financial Information . If you are married and are asking for spousal support or a change to your child support order, fill out the  Family Part Case Information Statement Family Case Information Statement. Double check the forms. Do not leave any blank spaces. Write N/A if something does not apply to you. Make sure you sign them where it is required. Make a copy of the forms and keep them in a safe place. There are 3 ways to deliver the forms.   Option 1: You can upload your forms on Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) here. You can pay the $25 filing fee with a credit card.  Fee Waivers Do you qualify for a fee waiver ? Option 2: You can deliver your forms to the  Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices county courthouse . Bring a $25 check or money order payable to Treasurer, State of NJ Option 3: You can mail your forms to the  Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices county courthouse . Include a $25 check or money order payable to Treasurer, State of NJ.
  • Responding to a Complaint, Learn about your options when you receive a non-dissolution complaint. , Responding to a Non-Dissolution Complaint Filed Against You, If you received a complaint, you have a choice: You have the right to file a response. You can also file a counterclaim asking the court to make other changes besides those that were requested.   You are not required to respond. The court case will proceed anyway. To file a response to a non-dissolution complaint, follow the steps listed under "File a Case."" You are the "Defendant." Non-dissolution "FD" Case - How to file a non-divorce application for custody, child/spousal support or parenting time (visitation) Verified Complaint or Counterclaim   Complete the Confidential Litigant Information Sheet eForm or download the document and complete it on your device. If you are asking for child support, establishment of paternity, spousal support, or health insurance coverage, complete these forms too: Certification in Support of Establishing Paternity Certification in Support of Establishing Paternity   Financial Statement for Summary Support Actions Summary Form for Financial Information   Family Part Case Information Statement (CIS) Family Case Information Statement   Also complete the Njchildsupport.gov Child Support Application  form. For custody, parenting time or visitation, also complete the Certification of Non-Military Service Certification of Non-Military Service
  • Filing a Non-Dissolution Case, Follow these steps to file your case in family court.  If you want to change an existing court order, see How to file a request to modify a Non-Dissolution "FD" Court Order previously issued by the court How to File a Post-Judgment Family Motion . , 8 Steps for Filing a Non-Dissolution case in Superior Court, Fill out the following form. You are the "Plaintiff." Non-dissolution "FD" Case - How to file a non-divorce application for custody, child/spousal support or parenting time (visitation) Verified Complaint or Counterclaim Include the current address of the other party. This is very important. The other party will receive a Notice to Appear in court and a copy of your court papers. If the other party cannot be reached, your case might be dismissed or delayed. What to do if you cannot find the other party   If you are asking for child support, your county welfare office can help you locate the other parent. They receive federal funding to perform this service for child support recipients. If you are not asking for child support, you can complete the Certification of Diligent Search Kit Diligent Search Kit to show that you tried to find the other party. Your case cannot proceed until the other party is found. Complete the Confidential Litigant Information Sheet eForm or download the document and complete it on your device. Complete other forms as needed. For child support, establishment of paternity, spousal support, and/or health insurance coverage, fill out these forms: Certification in Support of Establishing Paternity Certification in Support of Establishing Paternity Financial Statement for Summary Support Actions Summary Form for Financial Information Family Part Case Information Statement (CIS) Family Case Information Statement Also complete the NJ Child Support Application Form child support application form at njchildsupport.gov For custody, parenting time or visitation, also complete the Certification of Non-Military Service Certification of Non-Military Service Double check the forms. Do not leave any blank spaces. Write N/A if something does not apply to you. Make sure you sign them where it is required. Make a copy of the forms and keep them in a safe place. There are 3 ways to deliver the forms.   Option 1: You can upload your forms  on Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) . If you are asking for child support, include the child support application form. You can pay the $6 fee with a credit card. Option 2: You can deliver your forms to the  Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices county courthouse.  If you are asking for child support, bring the child support application form and a $6 check or a money order payable to Treasurer, State of NJ. Option 3: You can mail your forms to the  Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices county courthouse . If you are asking for child support, include the child support application and a $6 check or money order payable to Treasurer, State of NJ.
  • General Jury Information, On This Page, Body, ADA Accommodation Requests and Information, If an ADA accommodation or ASL interpreter is needed for your summons date and you would like additional information on the types of accommodations offered or how to request an accommodation, click ADA Title II Get Help Request an ADA Accommodation for assistance., Courthouse Closings/Inclement Weather, For court closings and inclement weather, all jurors should check the Court Closing Info State Court Closing Information page before reporting to the courthouse.   , Employed by State/Government Agencies, If you are employed full time by a State of New Jersey agency, you will not get paid for your jury service as outlined with N.J.S.A. 2B:20-16.  Your state agency employer will continue to pay your regular wages during your service.  If you are unsure if you work for a state or government agency, contact your Jury Office Contact Info local jury management office .  Participants who are employed by a state agency should provide this information when completing the paper or New Jersey Jury Service Qualification Questionnaire online questionnaire as well as notifying the jury management office when reporting for service. If a check is issued to you in error, you will be required to return it to the Jury Management Office directly., Employers Are Not Required to Pay Staff During Jury Service, In New Jersey there is no statutory requirement that a private employer pay your salary during juror service. It is in your best interest to speak with your employer before your summons date to determine whether your employer offers juror pay and for the number of days provided for jury service. , Employers Cannot Penalize You for Jury Service, N.J.S.A. 2B:20.17 prohibits an employer from penalizing you because you serve as a juror. Penalties for a violation of this statute include the possibility of a criminal charge, as a disorderly person’s offense, and a possible civil action for monetary damages and for reinstatement of employment.  , Juror Qualification, N.J.S.A., 2B:20-1 establishes six criteria for a person to qualify for jury service, : be a resident of New Jersey; be a citizen of the United States; be physically and mentally able to perform the functions of a juror (noting that the Judiciary will provide accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act); have no conviction for an indictable offense On January 11, 2026, the Office of the Governor issued an Executive Order No. 411 to restore the right to serve on a jury for certain individuals who were disqualified solely because of a conviction for a New Jersey indictable offense. Individuals with indictable (felony) convictions may be eligible to serve if all of the following criteria apply:    The conviction occurred on or before January 10, 2026; The person has completed all non-monetary parts of their sentence (such as incarceration, probation, or parole); The conviction was under the jurisdiction of New Jersey Superior Court; and The conviction was not for impeachment or treason.   Examples of persons who would be disqualified are anyone who was convicted of, or pled guilty to, a crime in Federal Court or another state court; or anyone currently on PTI (Pre-trial Intervention Program.) Examples of persons who would qualify to serve jury duty are anyone whose only convictions are in Municipal Court (most traffic violations fall into this category, as do most shoplifting charges;) or anyone who has been accused of a crime but has not yet been convicted or has yet to enter a guilty plea, or anyone who meets the criteria set forth in the Executive Order No. 411 as outlined above. Also, traffic offenses, juvenile and DWI related offenses that occurred in New Jersey are not grounds for disqualification. You are not disqualified with respect to criminal record if you successfully completed a Pre-Trial Intervention program (PTI) for an offense and have not been convicted or pled guilty to another disqualifying offense.   be at least 18 years of age; and be able to read and understand the English language., Juror Scams, The Judiciary will, never, ask for, personal information, or, payments, over the phone or by email. Contact your Jury Management Office Contact List local jury management office if you have any concerns. The Judiciary will, never, request personal identifiers (such as social security numbers) or payment (credit card, checking, savings account information, etc.) for a fine for not going to jury duty over the phone or by e-mail. If you receive suspicious communication concerning jury duty, hang up and call or e-mail your Jury Management Office Contact List local jury management office . If you believe you have been the victim of a jury duty scam, contact your local jury management office and law enforcement in your county., Phone Use in the Courtroom, Cellphone use in the courtroom is not permitted.  You, must not, take any photographs or digital images, including ZOOM displays, or make any audio or video recordings of any kind.  This includes broadcasting or posting any proceedings during your time in the courthouse. If you are found to have violated this directive by creating a photograph, digital image, audio, video, or other recording, you may be subject to punishment under New Jersey law. Phones must be concealed at all times.  Exposed phones will be confiscated.  , Types of Jury Service & Payments, Petit Jury Service, Questionnaires are required to be completed, four days, before the date of service. Petit jury is for civil and criminal trials.  Petit jurors listen to evidence presented by both parties during a trial and return a verdict. The role of a juror is to listen to all the evidence presented and render a verdict at the end of the trial. 12 jurors are typically selected for a civil or criminal trial. Jurors are paid, $5, for the first three days of attendance and, $40, for each day after. Juror Service Video Watch a video about jury service., Grand Jury Service, Questionnaires are required to be completed, four days, before the date of service. Grand jury examines allegations against a person or persons charged with a crime. Grand jury does not determine guilt or innocence, but whether there is probable cause to believe that a crime was committed. The role of a grand juror is to determine whether there is enough evidence to charge someone with a crime. 23 jurors are selected to be on a panel. Depending upon the county, the term of service for a panel can be from eight weeks to 20 weeks long. Jurors are paid , $5  , for each day they attend., State Grand Jury Service, Questionnaires are required to be completed, 35 days, before the date of service. State Grand Jury is a statewide program with jurors summoned from every county in New Jersey. If you are one of the 23 jurors selected, you will serve one day per week for, 16 to 20 weeks., State Grand Jury is managed by the Mercer County Jury Management Office.   Jury selection will be held virtually, and a Zoom link will be emailed to you the day before your summons date.   If you are selected as a juror, you will be required to appear at:, Richard Hughes Justice Complex, Administrative Office of the Courts 25 Market Street  4th Floor Trenton, NJ 08625   Jurors are paid, $5, for each day they attend., Items Not Permitted in the Courthouse, To ensure everyone’s safety, all persons visiting the courthouse, including jurors, litigants, attorneys, employees, vendors, and other visitors, are subject to security screening when entering. Please allow sufficient time to pass through the court’s security system, as you will be required to walk through metal detection equipment. Illegal items will be confiscated and may subject you to prosecution., Prohibited Items, : Weapons of any kind Firearms Knives of any size Sharp objects, scissors, or cutting tools of any type Pepper spray Aerosol sprays or containers E-cigarettes or similar items Audio/visual equipment, including cameras, unless you have prior written permission from the court.
  • Municipal Division Manager Conference Contact List, Rebecca Muller: Chair (Morris/Sussex), Nicole Greten: Vice Chair (Passaic), Name Address Contact Atlantic/Cape May Rodriguez, Yanell Municipal Division Manager Atlantic/Cape May Mays Landing Criminal Court Complex 4997 Unami Blvd. Mays Landing, New Jersey 08330 Phone: 609-402-0100 ext. 47290 Fax: 609-826-7030 Bergen Wrigley, Brendis Montijo Municipal Division Manager Bergen Bergen County Justice Center 10 Main Street Suite/Room 309 Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Phone: 201-221-0700 ext. 25080 Fax: 201-221-0631 Burlington Chack, Amy Municipal Division Manager Burlington Burlington County Court Facility 49 Rancocas Road Mount Holly, New Jersey 08060 Phone: 609-288-9500 ext. 38551 Fax: 609-826-7067 Camden Lamb-Davis, Taiwan Municipal Division Manager Camden Camden Adult/Juvenile Reporting Division 6 Executive Campus Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Phone: 856-650-9100 ext. 43130 Fax: 856-379-2274 Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Wolk, Ashley Municipal Division Manager Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Municipal Division Office Gloucester County Justice Complex 70 Hunter Street Woodbury, New Jersey 08096 Phone: 856-878-5050 ext. 15206 Fax: 856-379-2487 Essex Abraham, Anu Municipal Division Manager Essex Essex County Veterans Courthouse 50 West Market Street Floor 7 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: 973-776-9300 ext. 69028 Fax: 973-776-9332 Hudson Piizzi, Jennifer Municipal Division Manager Hudson Hudson County Administration Bldg 595 Newark Avenue Suite/Room 406 Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 Phone: 201-748-4400 ext. 60550 Fax: 201-356-2605 Mercer Jenkins, Sharanda Municipal Division Manager Mercer Mercer County Annex - 209 209 S. Broad Street Floor 4th Floor, Annex Trenton, New Jersey 08650 Phone: 609-571-4200 ext. 74015 Fax: 609-571-4024 Middlesex Schweitzer, Laura Municipal Division Manager Middlesex Municipal Division Middlesex County Courthouse PO Box 964 New Brunswick, New Jersey Phone: 732-645-4300 ext. 88837 Fax: 732-565-2907 Monmouth Romano, Theresa Municipal Division Manager Monmouth Monmouth County Courthouse 71 Monument Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728 Phone: 732-358-8700 ext. 87241 Fax: 732-435-8340 Morris/Sussex Muller, Rebecca Municipal Division Manager Morris/Sussex Morris County Courthouse Washington and Court Streets Morristown, New Jersey 07960-0910 Phone: 862-397-5700 ext. 75110 Fax: 862-397-5682 Ocean Sclama, Joseph Municipal Division Manager Ocean Ocean Vicinage Municipal Division 213 Washington St 213 Washington St Suite/Room 303 Toms River, New Jersey 08753 Phone: 732-504-0700 ext. 64330 Fax: 732-435-8428 Passaic Greten, Nicole Municipal Division Manager Passaic Passaic County Admin Building 401 Grand Street Suite/Room 308, Floor 3 Paterson, New Jersey 07505 Phone: 973-653-2910 ext. 24069 Fax: 973-424-6890 Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Marinaccio, Ellen Municipal Division Manager Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren 40 North Bridge Street 40 North Bridge Street Floor 1 Somerville, New Jersey 08876 Phone: 908-332-7700 ext. 13230 Fax: 908-332-7706 Union Gulino, Delsy Municipal Division Manager Union Albender Building 1143 East Jersey St Floor 2 Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 Phone: 908-787-1650 ext. 21242 Fax: 908-659-5954 Showing 1 to 15 of 15 items
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  • Civil Mediation, Parties in civil cases can use mediation to reach a solution to their dispute instead of having the court decide the case. , On This Page, Body, Litigant Resources, What is Civil Mediation? , A mediator helps the plaintiff and defendant reach an agreement on some or all of their issues. Mediators do not issue a decision on a case. Their job is to help both parties find common ground for a settlement.  Statewide Mediation (Non-Foreclosure) Program - brochure Read the brochure  and Statewide Civil Mediation Program - Frequently Asked Questions visit our FAQ to discover more about mediation.  The Civil Mediation Program Resource Manual Civil Mediation Program Resource Manual contains detailed information about the program.  During mediation, the parties get to:  Express their feelings and diffuse anger. Clear up misunderstandings. Discover underlying interests or concerns. Find what they agree on. Use common ground to reach a solution.  Use the  Civil Mediators Search Civil Mediators Search  to find a mediator for your case.  , Surveys , Mediation surveys help improve the program. Please complete the survey after your mediation.  Survey  Online Form  Title Attorney  Survey Monkey   Statewide Attorney Questionnaire (Sample Form) 10524   Litigant  Survey Monkey   Statewide Litigant Questionnaire (Sample Form) 10525   Mediator  Survey Monkey   Statewide Mediation Case Information Form (Sample Form) 10526  , Mediator Resources, CLE Opportunity for Mediators:, New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators (NJAPM) is hosting a 40-Hour Civil Mediation Training in February 2026. The fee for the 40-hour mediation training is $1,525. Registration is required. Learn more about the course Learn more about the course and register in advance register in advance . For more information about the 40-Hour Mediation Training requirement please, see 1:40-12(b) Court Rule 1:40-12(b)(5) . Mediators can satisfy their 2025 CLE requirement with one of two remote trainings on Nov. 6 and Dec. 11. The courses will be conducted by Eric Max of Max Mediation. The fee for the 4-hour Zoom session is $250. Registration is required. Learn more about the course https://maxmediation.com/cle here . For more information about mandatory CLE for mediators, see Court Rule 1:40-12(b)(2). All mediators should use the  Mediator’s Tool Box Mediator’s Tool Box . Mediators need to know the  1:40-Complementary Dispute Resolution Programs CDR (Rule 1:40)  and rules on compensation.   Before mediation, you and the parties need to sign a disclosure. After the mediation session, you need to submit a completion form. CN  Title 11183 Disclosure Concerning Continuation of Mediation and Mediation Preparation Time Disclosure Concerning Continuation of Mediation and Mediation Preparation Time 10827 Completion of Mediation Form Completion of Mediation Form, How to Become a Mediator , Potential mediators need to apply. Use the application form:  CN TITLE 10523 Application for Admission to the Roster of Mediators Application for Admission to the Roster of Mediators   If approved, you will be added to the Roster of Mediators. All mediators should know the Standards of Conduct. , STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR MEDIATORS IN COURT-CONNECTED PROGRAMS ,  [, As Adopted by the Supreme Court January 4, 2000, ]    Preamble, Scope and Purpose  These standards of conduct are intended to instill and promote public confidence in the mediation process and to be a guide to mediators in discharging their professional responsibilities. Public understanding and confidence are vital to a strong mediation program. Persons serving as mediators are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner that will merit the confidence of parties, members of the bar, and judges. These standards apply to all mediators when acting in state court-connected programs. Definition of Mediation  Mediation is a process in which an impartial third party neutral (mediator) facilitates communication between disputing parties for the purpose of assisting them in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement. Mediators promote understanding, focus the parties on their interests, and assist the parties in developing options to make informed decisions that will promote settlement of the dispute. Mediators do not have authority to make decisions for the parties, or to impose a settlement.  Principle Of Self-Determination  A mediator shall proceed with the understanding that mediation is based on the fundamental principle of self-determination by the parties. Self-determination requires that the mediation process rely upon the ability of the parties to reach a voluntary agreement without coercion. A mediator shall inform the parties that mediation is consensual in nature, that the mediator is an impartial facilitator, that any party may withdraw from mediation at any time as specified in Complementary Dispute Resolution Programs R.1:40-4(a) through (h) , and that the mediator may not impose or force any settlement on the parties. The primary role of a mediator is to facilitate a voluntary resolution of the dispute, allowing the parties the opportunity to consider all options for settlement. Because a mediator cannot personally ensure that each party has made a fully informed choice to reach a particular agreement, a mediator should make the parties aware of the importance of consulting other professionals, where appropriate, to help them make informed decisions.   Impartiality A mediator shall always conduct mediation sessions in an impartial manner. The concept of mediator impartiality is central to the mediation process. A mediator shall only mediate a dispute in which there is reason to believe that impartiality can be maintained. When a mediator is unable to conduct the mediation in an impartial manner, the mediator must withdraw from the process. When disputing parties have confidence in the impartiality of the mediator, the quality of the mediation process is enhanced. A mediator shall therefore avoid any conduct that gives the appearance of either favoring or disfavoring any party. A mediator shall guard against prejudice or lack of impartiality because of any party's personal characteristics, background, or behavior during the mediation. A mediator shall advise all parties of any circumstances bearing on possible bias, prejudice, or lack of impartiality.   Conflicts Of Interest A mediator must disclose all actual and potential conflicts of interest reasonably known to the mediator. After disclosure, the mediator may proceed with the mediation only if all parties consent to mediate. Nonetheless, if the mediator believes that the conflict of interest casts doubt on the integrity of the mediation process, the mediator shall decline to proceed. A mediator shall always avoid conflicts of interest when recommending the services of other professionals. If requested, a mediator may provide parties with information on professional referral services or associations that maintain rosters of qualified professionals.   Related Matters: A mediator who has served as a third party neutral, or any professional member of that mediator's firm/office, shall not subsequently represent or provide professional services for any party to the mediation proceeding in the same matter or in any related matter. Unrelated Matters: A mediator who has served as a third party neutral, or any professional member of that mediator's firm/office, shall not subsequently represent or provide professional services for any party to the mediation proceeding in any unrelated matter for a period of six months, unless all parties consent after full disclosure. Competence A mediator shall only mediate when the mediator possesses the necessary and required qualifications to satisfy the reasonable expectations of the parties. A mediator appointed by the court shall have training and education in the mediation process, and shall have familiarity with the general principles of the subject matter involved in the case being mediated. A mediator shall have information available for the parties regarding the mediator's relevant training, education, and experience. A mediator has an obligation to continuously strive to improve upon his or her professional skills, abilities, and knowledge of the mediation process.   Confidentiality To protect the integrity of the mediation, a mediator shall not disclose any information obtained during the mediation unless the parties expressly consent to such disclosure, or unless disclosure is required by applicable rules or law. A mediator shall not otherwise communicate any information to the court about the mediation, except: (1) whether the case has been resolved in whole or in part; or (2) whether the parties or attorneys appeared at a scheduled mediation. Consistent with Mediation – General Rules Rule 1:40-4 , a mediator shall: Preserve and maintain the confidentiality of all mediation proceedings and advise the parties of the Rule's provisions; Prior to the commencement of mediation, reach agreement with the parties concerning the limits and bounds of confidentiality and non-disclosure; Conduct the mediation so as to provide the parties with the greatest protection of confidentiality afforded by court rule and mutually agreed to by the parties; Maintain confidentiality in the storage and disposal of all records and remove all identifying information when such information is used for research, training, or statistical compilations, except minimum identifiers necessary to link research documents; and Not use confidential information obtained in a mediation outside the mediation process.   Quality Of The Process : A mediator shall conduct the mediation fairly, diligently, and in a manner consistent with the principle of self-determination by the parties. To further these goals, a mediator shall: Work to ensure a quality process and to encourage mutual respect among the parties, including a commitment by the mediator to diligence and to procedural fairness; Assess the case and determine that it is appropriate and suitable for continuing the mediation; Provide adequate opportunity for each party in the mediation to participate fully in the discussions, and allow the parties to decide when and under what conditions they will reach an agreement or terminate the mediation; Not unnecessarily or inappropriately prolong a mediation session if it becomes apparent to the mediator that the case is unsuitable for mediation, or if one or more parties is unwilling or unable to participate in the mediation process in a meaningful manner; Only accept cases when the mediator can satisfy the reasonable expectations of the parties concerning the timetable for the process, and not allow a mediation to be unduly delayed by the parties or their representatives; and Where appropriate, recommend that parties seek outside professional advice or consider resolving their dispute through arbitration, counseling, neutral evaluation, or other processes.   Fees For Service:  A mediator shall fully disclose and explain any applicable fees and charges to the parties. Payment for mediation services shall be in accordance with Mediation – General Rules Rule 1:40-4 of the Rules of Court. Fees charged by the mediator shall be reasonable, taking into account, among other things, the subject area and the complexity of the matter, the expertise of the mediator, the time required, and the rates customary in the community. A mediator shall provide parties with sufficient information about fees in writing at the outset of a mediation. A mediator shall not enter into a fee agreement in which the amount of the fee is contingent upon the result of the mediation or the financial amount of the settlement. Source : Standards adopted by Supreme Court January 4, 2000. Contact your Arbitration and CDR Point Persons point person from the Committee for more information New mediators also need to complete the Mentoring program mentoring program. Mediator Mentors have specific guidelines to follow: Following the successful completion of a qualified mediation course of at least forty (40) hours, each applicant for admission to the Roster of Mediators for Civil, General Equity and Probate Cases should attend and observe at least two (2) Superior Court Law Division– Civil Part or Chancery Division–General Equity or Probate Part Mediation – General Rules R. 1:40-4 and Mediation of Civil, Probate, and General Equity Matters -6 mediations of at least five (5) hours total duration. In the event that the two (2) mediation sessions were less than five (5) hours in duration, the applicant, in order to fulfill this requirement, would be required to attend additional sessions until the time requirement is met. The mediator mentor shall be an approved mediator on the Roster of Mediators for Civil, General Equity and Probate Cases who shall certify that they have completed at least fifteen (15) mediations under Mediation – General Rules R. 1:40-4 and Mediation of Civil, Probate, and General Equity Matters -6 or comparable mediation program. The approved mediator mentors list shall be published on the Judiciary’s website. The mediator mentor, in addition to permitting the applicant to fully observe all aspects of the process, shall meet with the applicant to describe the process and approach in advance of the session and to brief the applicant after the session, intending that this process be part of the education. The mediator mentor shall make available the submissions of the parties and include the applicant on the telephonic conference call. The mediator mentor shall, no later than the telephonic conference call, obtain the parties’ consent to the applicant’s attendance during the mediation process. The applicant shall be firmly bound by the standards of mediator conduct, including without limitation, the confidentiality of the process, the conflict-of-interest provisions, as well the reasonable expectation of the parties. There shall be no charge to the applicant, nor a fee collected by the applicant, for the sessions. Following completion of the required mentoring sessions, the applicant shall certify his/her compliance to the Civil Practice Division of the Administrative Office of the Courts by providing the name(s) of mentor(s), dates of each session, number of hours of each session, and the case names/docket numbers You can change or update your roster status if anything changes: CN Title 10826 Civil Mediator Roster Change / Update Form Civil Mediator Roster Change / Update Form   Mediator Mentors For Civil Roster Applicants Mediator Mentors Civil Roster, Frequently Asked Questions, What is mediation? Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party - the mediator - facilitates negotiations between the parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable settlement. The major distinction of mediation is that a mediator does not make a decision about the outcome of the case. The parties, with the assistance of their attorneys, work toward a solution with which they are comfortable. What are the roles of counsel and litigants in mediation? The goal of mediation is to reach an amicable resolution. Attorneys and parties are required to make a good faith effort to cooperate with the mediator and engage in constructive dialogue toward this end. Attorneys should prepare their clients prior to mediation by explaining what will happen, and particularly what the roles of both attorneys and clients are. They should also agree on who will be the principal spokesperson in presenting the party's view early in the mediation session. Throughout the process, attorneys act as advocates for their clients' interests. For example, attorneys may make brief opening summaries of the issues as they see them, but clients should also be given an opportunity to speak. In mediation, understanding is often promoted when the parties explain their positions directly to each other. When it comes to discussing terms of settlement, the litigants must play an active part, for it is their case and their settlement. During this process, attorneys should provide counsel on the advisability of settlement options, suggest options and be available for any further consultation with their clients. What if the case is not resolved in mediation? Sometimes the parties are unable to reach agreement or only agree on certain aspects of the dispute. If certain aspects of the dispute remain unresolved, the parties can submit that portion to an expert for an opinion (binding or non-binding) or use some other creative means. The case also can be returned to court and continue on track towards trial. Even in these cases, the mediation process may have helped the parties clarify their positions and also move toward settlement. How is a mediator selected for a case? A roster of mediators is maintained by the court system and is posted on the Judiciary’s website at Civil Mediation njcourts.gov in a searchable format. When a case is referred to mediation, the parties have 14 days to select a mediator whom they feel is suitable, whether on the roster or not. If the parties do not select a mediator in a timely manner, the court-appointed mediator named in the Order of Referral will serve as the mediator. Court-appointed mediators have been approved for inclusion on a roster after careful screening to ensure that they meet educational, training and mentoring requirements set forth in Mediators and Arbitrators in Court Annexed Program Court Rule 1:40-12 . How does a case get into mediation? Appropriate cases for referral to mediation can be identified by judges, court staff, or the parties themselves, at any point in the life of a case. A form of order for referral is prepared and signed by the judge. Parties desiring their case to be referred to mediation should contact the Civil Division Manager in the county in which the case is pending. How much does mediation cost? Under Mediation – General Rules Court Rule 1:40-4(b) , any mediator who is on the roster will provide the first two hours on a case, including an initial one hour session, without charge before a party may opt out of mediation. Thereafter, mediators will generally be paid their market rate fee which is to be shared by the parties. Fees will be waived in any case covered by Proceedings by Indigents Court Rule 1:13-2(a) . Any mediator selected by the parties who is not on the roster may negotiate a fee with the parties from the outset and need not provide the free time. What are some of the advantages of mediation? Some advantages of mediation include: confidentiality; the result may benefit both or all sides and thus present a win/win solution; the outcome can be tailored to meet the unique needs of the case and the particular parties; specially trained mediators assist the parties in fashioning more creative solutions not customarily occurring with other CDR techniques; and mediation can be a more cost-efficient, less formal and more meaningful alternative to the traditional trial process. What happens in mediation? There are certain ground rules the mediator will ask participants to follow. The first, and most important, is that with a few exceptions covered in Mediation – General Rules Court Rules 1:40-4(c) and (d) , what goes on in mediation is confidential. That is, what is said in mediation cannot be discussed outside of the mediation process unless the parties consent. Prior to mediation, the mediator will usually ask the attorneys to prepare a brief summary of the issues in dispute. Then, at the mediation session, the mediator will ask attorneys and their clients to make brief presentations about the issues from their own perspectives. After that, the mediator will help the parties to explore areas of possible compromise and to develop a solution that meets everyone’s interests. Sometimes, the mediator may meet with the parties separately for a private discussion that might help move the parties toward a resolution. If an agreement is reached, a document will be prepared detailing the terms of the agreement. Thereafter, the mediator will notify the court that the case can be dismissed. If the case is not resolved, the mediator will advise the court, and the case will remain on the docket. What kinds of cases could benefit from mediation? Mediation has been used successfully in a broad range of cases which exhibit characteristics such as: the parties have an ongoing business or personal relationship or have had a significant past relationship; communication problems exist between the parties; the principal barriers to settlement are personal or emotional; parties want to tailor a solution to meet specific needs or interests; cases involve complex technical or scientific data requiring particular expertise; the parties have an incentive to settle because of time, cost of litigation, or drain on productivity; the parties wish to retain control over the outcome of the case; or the parties seek a more private forum for the resolution of their dispute. While there is not any case type that could not potentially benefit, commercial, construction, environmental, Law Against Discrimination (LAD) cases, and certain General Equity and Probate cases are particularly suited to mediation because they tend to exhibit some of the characteristics described above. What about pretrial discovery? Generally, pretrial discovery is not stayed while a case is in mediation. The case will be placed on the trial calendar at the end of the discovery period. If, however, the court determines that a stay of discovery is necessary, the court shall only provide for a stay of discovery by court order. Even if formal discovery is stayed, the mediator is authorized to facilitate the informal exchange of information materials needed to enhance the effectiveness of the mediation process. At what time in the court process should a case be referred to mediation? The earlier that a case can be referred to mediation, the greater the likelihood that parties can resolve their dispute at a cost savings to themselves and the court. Parties should feel they have enough information to discuss the dispute, which may mean that some information exchange should be completed. Mediators also can help the parties determine how much informal discovery is needed. Even if discovery has been completed, settlement negotiations have been unsuccessful, or the parties are close to a trial date, the mediation process may still help the parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement.