- 4:70-3-Hearing; Penalties; Payment 4:70-3 Except as otherwise provided by R. 4:71, the court shall try the action pursuant to R. 4:67-5 without a jury, unless the statute imposing the penalty otherwise requires, on the return date and without the filing of any other pleadings unless the court otherwise orders. If the court finds that a violation has occurred, it shall enter judgment for plaintiff and impose a penalty as provided by the statute. Unless the statute otherwise requires, the parties may dispose of the charges of the complaint by stipulation, settlement, or consent order, in which case payment of a penalty as so provided shall be considered a prior violation for the purpose of determining subsequent offender status. Payment of all penalties shall be made to the court and shall be remitted to the Treasurer of the State of New Jersey unless the statute imposing the penalty requires other disposition., Note, : Source -- R.R. 7:13-3, 7:13-4, 7:13-5, 7:13-6, 7:13-17; caption amended, former paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) deleted, and new text adopted July 28, 2004 to be effective September 1, 2004. Part 4
- 4:71-3-Filing of Record of Proceedings 4:71-3 In such action the said authority shall within 30 days after service upon it of the order to show cause file with the Superior Court a record of the proceedings under review. If a verbatim record of the testimony therein has been taken by the authority, the appellant shall, within 30 days after taking the appeal, unless such time is extended for good cause shown by the Superior Court, furnish and send to the Superior Court a transcript of the testimony, which shall be made a part of the record filed by the authority. By court order or by written stipulation of the parties, the record may be shortened by the elimination of any portion thereof or by a submission of a statement of facts. Unless the statute provides for a trial de novo, the appeal shall be tried on the record below., Note, : Source-R.R. 4:90-3. Part 4
- 4:70-4-Commitment 4:70-4 If the statute imposing the penalty provides for commitment of the defendant upon the failure to pay forthwith the adjudicated or agreed to penalty, the court may direct defendant's commitment to any institution and for such time as the statute authorizes, unless the judgment is sooner paid. The form of the commitment shall be prescribed by the Administrative Director of the Courts., Note, : Source -- R. 7:13-6A, 7:13-7, 7:13-8, 7:13-9; paragraph (a) amended July 15, 1982 to be effective September 13, 1982; paragraph (a) amended July 22, 1983 to be effective September 12, 1983; paragraph (c) amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994; paragraph (a) amended January 5, 1998 to be effective February 1, 1998; caption amended, former paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) deleted, and new text adopted July 28, 2004 to be effective September 1, 2004. Part 4
- 4:71-2-Order to Show Cause; Form, Service 4:71-2 The order to show cause issued under R. 4:67-2 shall briefly describe the decision or action complained of and state that the party appeals therefrom to the Superior Court and shall be served upon the parties to the proceeding and the authority whose decision or action is appealed from., Note, : Source-R.R. 4:90-2. Part 4
- 4:71-1-Summary Action 4:71-1 If by statute a decision or action of any local officer, board, body or commission other than an inferior court may be appealed to or reviewed by the Superior Court when the action is not in lieu of prerogative writs, the same shall be brought before the Law Division of the Superior Court by a summary action pursuant to R. 4:67., Note, : Source-R.R. 4:90-1. Part 4
- 5:7-3-Corroboration 5:7-3 All elements of a claim for divorce, dissolution of civil union, termination of domestic partnership or nullity may be proved without corroboration., Note:, Source-R. (1969) 4:79-7. Adopted December 20, 1983, to be effective December 31, 1983; amended July 21, 2011 to be effective September 1, 2011. Part 5
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- 5:6-9-Termination of Child Support Obligations 5:6-9, Duration of Support., In accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., unless otherwise provided in a court order, judgment, or court-approved preexisting agreement, the obligation to pay current child support and provide medical support shall terminate by operation of law when the child being supported: dies; marries; enters the military service; or reaches 19 years of age, except as otherwise provided in this rule or applicable statute. , Termination of Obligation in Cases Administered by the Probation Division., , Notices of Proposed Termination., Where no other emancipation date or termination has been ordered by the court, the Probation Division shall send the obligor and obligee notice of proposed termination of child support prior to the child reaching 19 years of age in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq. Notices shall contain the proposed termination date and information for the obligee to submit a written request for continuation of support beyond the date the child reaches 19 years of age. , Written Request for Continuation., In response to the notice prescribed in subparagraph (b)(1), the obligee may submit to the court a written request for continuation, on a form and within timeframes promulgated by the Administrative Office of the Courts, with supporting documentation and a future termination date, seeking the continuation of support beyond the child’s nineteenth birthday if the child being supported: is still enrolled in high school or other secondary educational program; is enrolled full-time in a post-secondary educational program; or has a physical or mental disability as determined by a federal or state agency or court order that existed prior to the child reaching the age of 19 and that requires continued support. , Review of Written Request for Continuation., The Probation Division shall review the obligee's written request and documentation and shall make recommendation to the court as to whether the support obligation will continue beyond the child's nineteenth birthday. If sufficient proof has been provided, the court shall issue an order to both parties establishing the future termination date. If sufficient proof has not been provided, the court shall issue an order to both parties terminating the current support obligation as of the date of the child's nineteenth birthday. No additional notice need be provided to the parties. , No Response to Notice of Proposed Termination., If the Probation Division receives no response to the notices of proposed termination of child support, the court shall issue an order to both parties establishing the termination of obligation as of the child's nineteenth birthday. No additional notice need be provided to the parties. , Motion or Application., If a party disagrees with the termination or continuation order entered, the party may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter requesting either termination or continuation of the child support obligation, as applicable. , Arrears Remain Due and Enforceable., Any arrearages accrued prior to the date of termination shall remain due and enforceable by the Probation Division as appropriate until either they are paid in full or the court terminates the Probation Division's supervision of the support order. Upon termination of an obligation to pay current support, the amount to be paid to satisfy the arrearage shall be the sum of the obligation amount in effect immediately prior to the termination plus any arrears repayment amount if there are no other children remaining on the support order. , Notice of Termination., Where an emancipation date or termination date has been ordered by the court, the Probation Division shall send the obligor and obligee notice of termination of child support prior to the child reaching the court ordered emancipation date or future termination date in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq. Such notice shall contain the date on which child support shall terminate and information regarding the adjustments that will be made to the obligation, as applicable. , Unallocated Orders., Whenever there is an unallocated child support order for two or more children and the obligation to pay support for one or more of the children is terminated pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., the amount to be paid prior to the termination shall remain in effect for the other children. Either party may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter to adjust the support amount. , Allocated Orders., Whenever there is an allocated child support order for two or more children and the obligation to pay support for one or more of the children is terminated pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., the amount to be paid shall be adjusted to reflect the reduction of the terminated obligation(s) for the other children. Either party may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter to adjust the support amount. , Termination or Continuation of Child Support Obligations Not Administered by the Probation Division., Where an obligor has been ordered to pay child support directly to the obligee, the child support obligation shall terminate by operation of law in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., unless otherwise provided in a court order or judgment. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a party may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter requesting termination or continuation of a child support obligation at any time, for good cause. The Probation Division shall not be required to provide any noticing, monitoring or enforcement services in any case where the obligor has been ordered to pay child support directly to the obligee. , Other Reasons for Termination of Child Support Obligations., A party to a child support order, at any time, may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter requesting termination of a child support obligation based on good cause. Any arrearages accrued prior to the date of termination shall remain due and enforceable by the obligee or the Probation Division, as appropriate. , Emancipation., Except as otherwise provided by these rules, and in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., and related case law, a party to a child support order at any time may file a motion in a dissolution matter or an application in a non-dissolution or domestic violence matter requesting emancipation of a child. Court-ordered emancipation shall terminate the obligation of an obligor to pay current child support, as of the effective date set forth in the order of emancipation. Any arrearages accrued prior to the date of emancipation shall remain due and enforceable by the obligee or the Probation Division, as appropriate. , Support for Children in Out-of-Home Placement Through the Division of Child Protection and Permanency., A child support obligation payable to the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) for children in an out-of-home placement shall not be terminated by operation of law upon the child turning 19 years of age. A child support obligation payable to DCP&P shall terminate upon notification that the child is no longer in placement or upon the child turning 23 years of age, whichever occurs first. , Support for a Child Beyond 23 Years of Age., Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:17- 56.14, N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq., and N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23: A parent, or a child, may apply to the court for an order continuing the child support obligation, as well as the continuation of Title IV-D services, for a child with a severe physical or mental incapacity that causes the child to be financially dependent on a parent. The parental obligation to provide support for the child shall continue until the court finds that the child is relieved of the incapacity or is no longer financially dependent on the parent. In such cases, if the court order so provides, the Probation Division shall be required to provide full Title IV-D monitoring and enforcement services until further order of the court. In cases where a child is over the age of 23 and has not established a Title IV-D case through the Probation Division, the obligor or obligee may apply for limited non-IV-D monitoring only services through the Probation Division, pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.14 and R. 5:7-11. The Probation Division shall not be required to provide full Title IV-D enforcement services for such cases. , Financial Maintenance for a Child Beyond 23 Years of Age., Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq. and N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23: a child beyond 23 years of age may apply to the court for an order requiring the payment of financial maintenance or reimbursement from a parent; parent, or a child over the age of 23, may apply to the court for an order converting a child support obligation to another form of financial maintenance in exceptional circumstances, including but not limited to the child's physical or mental disability that existed prior to the date that the child reached the age of 23; Any arrearages accrued prior to the date of termination or conversion shall remain due and enforceable by the obligee or Probation Division, as appropriate; and(4) Court-ordered financial maintenance or reimbursement from a parent shall not be payable or enforceable as child support. The Probation Division shall not be required to provide any establishment, monitoring or enforcement of such maintenance or reimbursement. , Foreign Orders or Judgments., The provisions of N.J.S.A. 2A:17-56.67 et seq. shall not apply to child support provisions contained in orders or judgments entered by a foreign jurisdiction and registered in New Jersey for modification or enforcement pursuant to the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act, N.J.S.A. 2A:4-30.124 et seq. , Note:, Adopted July 28, 2017 to be effective September 1, 2017; paragraph (a) amended, subparagraph (b)(2) amended, paragraph (g) amended and redesignated as paragraph (h), paragraph (h) redesignated as paragraph (i), and new paragraph (g) adopted July 31, 2021 to be effective September 1, 2021. Part 5
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- Instructions for Petit Jurors for the week of SEPTEMBER 8,2025, Petit Jurors:, Jury service is complete for all jurors for the week of September 8, 2025. Service is complete for a minimum of 3 years. Thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror's banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. , Message from Assignment Judge Marc C. Lemieux, Welcome to jury duty. Thank you for serving as a juror, representing the community that is Monmouth County . Jurors are an important part of our justice system and jury trials are a key protection within that system. It is an honor to participate as a juror, as well as a civic responsibility. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 732-358-8700 ext. 87075 or by email at Monjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Monmouth County Courthouse 71 Monument Street Freehold, New Jersey 07728 732-358-8700 Public parking areas are located directly behind the Courthouse. Please do not park on the street or you will risk a ticket and is severely restricted., Public Transportation:, Public transportation to the Monmouth County Courthouse is available via several bus routes operated by NJ TRANSIT and Monmouth County. Direct bus service to the courthouse is available on selected local county routes serving Asbury Park, Red Bank and Marlboro. Additional regional bus routes connect New York City, Newark, Old Bridge, Lakewood and Toms River to the Freehold Centre Bus Terminal located at Broad, Throckmorton and West Main Streets (at the railroad tracks) in Freehold Borough; just a few blocks from the Courthouse. Local routes require exact fare but accept dollar bills and most U.S. coins. The following provides an overview of service on these routes:, Local Bus Routes: , Route Name: 833, Operator(s): NJ TRANSIT Service Between: Red Bank, Red Bank Rail Station, Shrewsbury, Lincroft, Brookdale College, Colts Neck, Monmouth County Human Services Building, Freehold Borough, Freehold Raceway Mall Hours of Operation: 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM - Weekdays Only Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-922-3034 (732) 922 - 3034 ., Route Name: 836, Operator(s): NJ TRANSIT Service Between: Asbury Park, Asbury Park Transportation Center, Neptune Township, Jersey Shore Medical Center, Wall Township, Howell Township, Freehold Township, Monmouth County Human Services Building, Freehold Borough, Monmouth County Courthouse, Freehold Raceway Mall, Centra State Medical Center Hours of Operation: 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM - Weekdays, Weekends and Most Holidays Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-922-3034 (732) 922 - 3034 ., Route Name: Marlboro - Freehold Raceway Mall Shuttle, Operator(s): Laidlaw Transit, Inc. Service Between: Marlboro Plaza, Marlboro Greens, Covered Bridge, Monmouth County Library, Manalapan Mall, Greenbriar, Manalapan Senior Center, Monmouth County Courthouse, Freehold Centre, Hudson Manor, Applewood Estates, Wyndham Place, Raintree, Freehold Raceway Mall Hours of Operation: 8:45 AM to 7:00 PM - Weekdays Only - Limited Service Serves Courthouse: Yes. Bus Stop Near Entrance Disabled Passengers: Request lift equipped bus by 4:00 PM day before trip - 732-431-6480 (732) 431 - 6480 ., New Jersey Transit:, New Jersey Transit Bus Information - NJ Transit http://www.njtransit.com/ Laidlaw Transit, Inc. - 732-536-3485 732-536-3485 Monmouth County Transportation Information Center - 732-780-1121 732-780-1121 Monmouth County Division of Transportation - 732-431-6485 732-431-6485, Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Effective November 9, 2020, petit jurors are on call for 1 trial. You must call or check the website each evening after 5:00 pm during your service to obtain instructions regarding whether and what time you must report to the courthouse the next day. If you are required to report, you must bring the summons postcard and a form of photo identification. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection and the trial. After your service is complete, you will not be summoned to serve as a juror for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 732-358-8700 ext. 87075
- The IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey declares that the following attorneys have satisfied the requirement of R 1:28A:2(a) and their names are hereby removed from the Order of the New Jersey Supreme Court that was effective on September 9, 2024., ATTORNEYS NOW IN COMPLIANCE WITH RULE 1:28A-2024, Last Name First Name Middle Name Suffix Year Admitted Aronow Darren A. 2002 Bergman Edward J. 1974 Conlin Heidi Boyd 2003 Daniel James Murrell Jr. 2020 DeMelfi Christy Marie 2007 DiNardo Christopher Thomas 1996 Franklin Corliss Raynell 1991 Gakami Joanita Nemayian 2018 Gashi Paulina 2022 Golant Alexander 2021 Gottlieb Michael H. 1985 Holland Thomas More 1986 Kaplun Dimitry Alexander 2009 Kornfeld Emily H. 2014 Lagano Frank 2007 Lentini Malan 2003 Marshall Jon Alan 2022 Martin Joseph Andres 2015 McCusker Paul Gerard 1994 McGrath Harry Patrick 2011 Novar Martin D. 1993 Pedowitz Arnold H. 1976 Rannells John M. 1987 Rossi-Rosen Renee Marie 1998 Spada Steven Edward 2012 Spence Andrew Lyman 1997 Tabas Lauren R. 2004 Wachtel Robert 1982 Zhou Jimmy 2014 Document Date: Sept. 9, 2025 Publish Date: Sept. 10, 2025 Download Notice
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