- 4:105-8-Joint Motion Submissions 4:105-8 A party who elects to join in any pending motion or opposition shall do so by timely submitting a letter stating that the party is joining in the relief sought and relying upon the papers submitted by the movant or opponent of the motion., Note:, Adopted July 27, 2018 to be effective September 1, 2018. Part 4
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- 5:4-2-Complaint 5:4-2, Complaint Generally., , Caption., All family actions shall be captioned in the Chancery Division Family Part. , Contents., Every complaint in a family part action, in addition to the special requirements prescribed by these rules for specific family actions shall also include a statement of the essential facts constituting the basis of the relief sought, the statute or statutes, if any, relied on by the plaintiff, the street address or, if none, the post office address of each party, or a statement that such address is not known; a statement of any previous family actions between the parties; and, if not otherwise stated, the facts upon which venue is based. If a civil union or domestic partnership exists between the parties, it shall be stated in the complaint. When dissolution or termination of that relationship is sought, the complaint shall contain a separate cause of action seeking such relief. In any action involving the welfare or status of a child, the complaint shall include the child's name, address, the date of birth, and a statement of where and with whom the child resides. , Corespondent., , Identification of Correspondent., In family actions in which adultery or deviant sexual conduct is charged, the pleading so charging shall state the name of the person with whom such conduct was committed, if known, and if not known, shall state any available information tending to describe the said person, and shall also state such designation of the time, place and circumstances under which the act or series of acts were committed as will enable the party charged therewith and the court to distinguish the particular offense or offenses intended to be charged. If it is stated that the name is unknown, it must be shown at the hearing that it was not known at the time of the filing of the pleading containing the charge. , Notice to Correspondent., A person named as a correspondent in any pleading seeking or resisting relief on the ground of adultery or deviant sexual conduct shall, within 30 days after filing of such a pleading, be served by the party making the charge, either personally or by registered or certified mail to the correspondent's last-known address, return receipt requested, or, if the correspondent refuses to claim or to accept delivery, by ordinary mail, with a copy of such pleading and a written notice of the pendency of the action, of the charge, and of the right to intervene in accordance with R. 4:33. If the name and address of the correspondent are discovered thereafter and before the trial, the party making the charge shall give such notice forthwith. If the name and address of the correspondent appear at the trial, and such notice has not been given, an adjournment may be ordered and such notice given. An affidavit of compliance with the requirements of this rule shall be filed. , Affidavit of Verification and Non-Collusion., There shall be annexed to every complaint or counterclaim for divorce, dissolution of civil union, termination of domestic partnership, or nullity an oath or affirmation by the plaintiff or counterclaimant that the allegations of the complaint or counterclaim are true to the best of the party's knowledge, information and belief, and that the pleading is made in truth and good faith and without collusion for the causes set forth therein. , Counterclaim., A counterclaim may state any family cause of action, and any other cause or causes of action which exist at the time of service of the counterclaim. A counterclaim not stated in an answer may be filed by leave of the court at any time prior to final judgment. Failure to counterclaim for divorce, dissolution of civil union, termination of domestic partnership, or nullity shall not bar such cause of action. In any action involving the welfare or status of a child the counterclaim shall include the child's name, address, date of birth and a statement of where and with whom the child resides. , Amended or Supplemental Complaint or Counterclaim for Dissolution Matters., In any action for divorce, dissolution of civil union, termination of domestic partnership, nullity, or separate maintenance, a supplemental complaint or counterclaim may be allowed to set forth a cause of action which has arisen or become known since the filing of the original complaint, and an amended complaint or counterclaim may be allowed to change the action from the originally pleaded cause to any other cognizable family or family type action. , Affidavit or Certification of Insurance Coverage., The first pleading of each party shall have annexed thereto an affidavit listing all known insurance coverage of the parties and their minor children, including but not limited to life, health, automobile, homeowner's and renter’s insurance and any umbrella policy related thereto, long-term care, and disability insurance. The affidavit shall specify the name of the insurance company, the policy number, the named insured and, if applicable, other persons covered by the policy; a description of the coverage including the policy term, if applicable; and in the case of life insurance, an identification of the named beneficiaries. The affidavit shall also specify whether any insurance coverage was canceled or modified within the ninety days preceding its date and, if so, a description of the canceled insurance coverage. Insurance coverage identified in the affidavit shall be maintained pending further order of the court. If, however, the only relief sought is dissolution of the marriage or civil union, or a termination of a domestic partnership, or if a settlement agreement addressing insurance coverage has already been reached, the parties shall annex to their pleadings, in lieu of the required insurance affidavit, an affidavit so stating. Nevertheless, if a responding party seeks financial relief, the responding party shall annex an insurance-coverage affidavit to the responsive pleading and the adverse party shall serve and file an insurance-coverage affidavit within 20 days after service of the responsive pleading. A certification in lieu of affidavit may be filed. , Confidential Litigant Information Sheet., All initial dissolution and non-dissolution pleadings of each party shall be accompanied by a completed Confidential Litigant Information Sheet in a form prescribed by the Administrative Director of the Courts. The form shall be filed as a separate document and shall not be affixed to any other pleadings. No copy thereof shall be served on any opposing party. , Affidavit or Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution Alternatives., The first pleading of each party shall have annexed thereto an affidavit or certification in a form prescribed by the Administrative Director of the Courts that the litigant has been informed of the availability of complementary dispute resolution ("CDR") alternatives to conventional litigation, including but not limited to mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law (New Jersey Family Collaborative Law Act, N.J.S.A. 2A:23D-1 through -18), and that the litigant has received descriptive material regarding such CDR alternatives. , Complaint in Non-Dissolution Matter., Non-dissolution actions shall commence with the filing of a verified complaint/counterclaim form promulgated by the Administrative Director of the Courts, except that attorneys may file a non-conforming complaint, which must have appended to it a completed supplement promulgated by the Administrative Director of the Courts. In any action involving the welfare or status of a child, the complaint shall include the child's name, address, the date of birth, and a statement of where and with whom the child resides. In any non-dissolution action involving the support of a child in which paternity was previously acknowledged by the parents, a copy of the Certificate of Parentage or other written acknowledgment of paternity shall be filed with the complaint for support. , Designation of Complex Non-Dissolution Matters., In any non-dissolution action, any party or attorney seeking to designate a case as complex may submit that request in a verified complaint/counterclaim form promulgated by the Administrative Director of the Courts or in writing to the court prior to the first hearing. The procedure for the assignment of non-dissolution matters to the complex track is set forth in R. 5:5- 7(c). , Note:, Source - R. (1969) 4:77-1(a)(b)(c)(d), 4:77-2, 4:77-3, 4:77-4, 4:78-3, 5:4-1(a) (first two sentences). Adopted December 20, 1983, to be effective December 31, 1983; paragraph (b)(2) amended November 5, 1986 to be effective January 1, 1987; paragraphs (a)(2) and (d) amended November 2, 1987 to be effective January 1, 1988; paragraphs (b)(2) and (c) amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994; paragraph (a)(2) amended July 10, 1998 to be effective September 1, 1998; new paragraph (f) adopted January 21, 1999 to be effective April 5, 1999; paragraph (f) caption and text amendment July 12, 2002 to be effective September 3, 2002; new paragraph (g) adopted July 28, 2004 to be effective September 1, 2004; new paragraph (h) adopted July 27, 2006 to be effective September 1, 2006; paragraph (h) amended October 10, 2006 to be effective immediately; paragraph (g) amended June 15, 2007 to be effective September 1, 2007; paragraphs (g) and (h) amended July 16, 2009 to be effective September 1, 2009; paragraphs (c), (d), (e), (f) and (g) amended July 21, 2011 to be effective September 1, 2011; paragraph (g) amended July 9, 2013 to be effective September 1, 2013; subparagraph (a)(2) amended, paragraph (e) caption amended, paragraph (h) amended, and paragraphs (i) and (j) adopted July 27, 2015 to be effective September 1, 2015; subparagraph (a)(2) and paragraph (f) amended July 28, 2017 to be effective September 1, 2017; paragraphs (g) and (h) amended July 31, 2025 to be effective September 1, 2025. Part 5
- Instructions for Petit, Grand, and State Grand Jurors for the week of, September 8th, 2025, Petit Jurors, Jurors with Order numbers, 00001, -, 00520, , please follow the instructions of the court. Jurors with Order numbers, 00521, -, 01700,, are, excused, for, Wednesday,, 09/10/2025, . Please check your email Wednesday after 5:00 PM for Thursday's reporting instructions. Please report to work or follow your normal routine. Please do not report to the Courthouse. , Grand Jurors:, Please follow the instructions for your specific panel., State Grand Jurors:, Please follow the instructions you have been given. If you have any questions, please call 609-571-4497., All Jurors:, Thank you very much for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system. Our office hours of operation are: Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 4:30PM. In case of inclement weather, please call 609-288-9500 for updated information on closings or delayed openings before coming to the courthouse. If the web message is not updated, please call 609-288-9499 for reporting instructions. Jurors assigned to a trial must follow the Judge's instructions until excused. Jurors inquiring about hardships before they serve are advised that documentation is required. Please visit Frequently Asked Questions About Jury Service | NJ Courts for the information on acceptable documentation. Send the documentation to burjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or fax to 609-288-9486. , Juror Scam Warning:, The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for personal identifiers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Message from Assignment Judge Terrence R. Cook, Welcome to jury duty. Jurors serve an indispensable function in civil and criminal trials. The jury system in this country is constitutionally mandated and serves to protect and promote the rights of civil litigants and criminal defendants. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at ., Juror Parking Directions, Parking is available in the Jurors' Parking Lot on Rancocas Road (between High Street and King Street) or on either side of Park Drive. NOTE: The Shoppers' Parking lot on Rancocas Road between High Street and Park Drive is one hour parking only. You may park in the municipal lots, if needed. Please do not park illegally in any lot or you will risk a ticket. Jurors with disabilities should seek assistance from Parking Security in the employee lot located on King Street., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are on call for 1 week. You must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of the jury selection process and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 609-288-9500 ext. 38031
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- Municipal Job Information, Job Title: Deputy Municipal Court Administrator Vicinage: Essex Municipal Court: Fairfield Twp Municipal Court Closing: Sept. 26, 2025 Posted: Sept. 9, 2025
- 5:4-1-Process 5:4-1, Summons Generally., Except as otherwise provided by these rules with respect to a specific family action and except as otherwise provided by paragraph (b) of this rule, the summons in all civil family actions shall be in the form prescribed by R. 4:4- 2 and shall be served in accordance with R. 4:4. , Summons, Summary Family Actions., In every family action required or permitted by law or rule to proceed summarily, a summons shall issue either in addition to or in lieu of an order to show cause. The summons shall comply with the requirements of R. 4:4-2 except that in lieu of requiring an answer it shall notify the defendant to appear at the time, date and place therein set forth to answer the complaint, a copy of which shall be annexed thereto. It shall also notify the defendant that unless the defendant appears at the date, time and place set forth an order may be entered by default and, if appropriate, that a warrant may issue to compel the defendant's appearance. The summons shall be served in accordance with R. 4:4. , Warrant., In criminal and quasi-criminal actions, the provisions of R. 3:3 insofar as applicable shall apply. A warrant may also issue where provided by rule or otherwise appropriate to compel appearance., Note:, Source-R. (1969) 4:78-1, 5:4-2(a), 5:4-3. Adopted December 20, 1983, to be effective December 31, 1983; paragraph (b) amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994. Part 5
- 5:4-3-Answer, Acknowledgment, Appearance 5:4-3, Generally., Except as otherwise provided by paragraph (b) hereof or by any other rule or statute, a defendant in a family action shall file an answer in accordance with R. 4:5-3 or a general appearance and, without filing an answer, be heard on issues of custody of children, parenting time or visitation, alimony, child support, equitable distribution, counsel fees and other issues incidental to the proceeding. A defendant may also file an acknowledgment of service in accordance with R. 4:4-6. , Summary Actions., In summary family actions in which the process fixes a hearing date, the defendant may file a responsive pleading no later than 15 days prior to the hearing date. The defendant shall not be required to file a responsive pleading to appear on the hearing date to be heard on issues of custody, parenting time, visitation, child support, and other related issues., Note:, Source-R. (1969) 4:78-2, 4:79-1; 5:3-2 (second sentence). Adopted December 20, 1983, to be effective December 31, 1983; paragraph (a) amended November 1, 1985 to be effective January 2, 1986; paragraph (b) amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994; paragraph (a) amended July 5, 2000 to be effective September 5, 2000; paragraph (b) amended July 31, 2025 to be effective September 1, 2025. Part 5
- 5:4-5-Issuance of Summons for Dissolution Complaints 5:4-5 Plaintiff shall cause a summons to issue within sixty (60) days after the filing of a dissolution complaint. Should plaintiff fail to issue a summons within sixty (60) days from the date of the filing of a dissolution complaint, defendant may seek dismissal of the complaint or such other relief as is just and equitable. Such dismissal shall be without prejudice unless otherwise specified in the order., Note:, Adopted July 28, 2017 to be effective September 1, 2017. Part 5
- 5:5-1-Discovery 5:5-1 Except for summary actions and except as otherwise provided by law or rule, discovery in civil family actions shall be permitted as follows: Interrogatories as to all issues in all family actions may be served by any party as of course pursuant to R. 4:17. An interrogatory requesting financial information may be answered by reference to the case information statement required by R. 5:5-2. Depositions of any person, excluding family members under the age of 18, and including parties or experts, as of course may be taken pursuant to R. 4:11 et seq. and R. 4:10-2(d)(2) as to all matters except those relating to the elements that constitute grounds for divorce, dissolution of civil union, or termination of domestic partnership. All other discovery in family actions shall be permitted only by leave of court for good cause shown except for production of documents (R. 4:18-1); request for admissions (R. 4:22-1); and copies of documents referred to in pleadings (R. 4:18-2) which shall be permitted as of right. Discovery shall be completed within 90 days from the date of service of the original complaint in actions assigned to the expedited track and within 120 days from said date in actions assigned to the standard track. In actions assigned to the priority or complex track, time for completion of discovery shall be prescribed by case management order., Note:, Source-R. (1969) 4:79-5. Adopted December 20, 1983, to be effective December 31, 1983; paragraph (b) amended January 10, 1984, to be effective April 1, 1984; paragraphs (c) and (d) amended November 1, 1985 to be effective January 2, 1986; paragraph (d) amended November 7, 1988 to be effective January 2, 1989; paragraph (c) amended July 14, 1992 to be effective September 1, 1992; paragraph (e) added January 21, 1999 to be effective April 5, 1999; paragraph (c) amended July 21, 2011 to be effective September 1, 2011. Part 5
- Greeting Jurors, Petit Jurors summoned for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, are required to report in-person for jury service at 8:45 a.m. Please check your email/spam for jury reporting information. Please refer to summons to verify correct information. Petit Jurors who have already appeared in-person and are assigned to a judge, please follow the judge's instructions. All petit and grand jurors summoned for jury service, please complete your online questionnaire at www.njcourts.gov/mjs . Please have your participant number available. You will receive information via email the day prior to your jury service after 3:30 p.m. with further instructions for the date of service or you may call the jury reporting phone line at 973-776-9783 to hear a recorded jury reporting message after 5:30 p.m. Term of Service is two days or one trial. Answers to frequently asked questions about jury service can be found at https://www.njcourts.gov/jurors/faq https://www.njcourts.gov/jurors/faq Please be advised that jurors will not be able to confirm their service the Friday before their summons date. Please contact the Jury Management Office for assistance. In addition, you may request a one-time rescheduling for up to 12 months for extreme hardship, you may also update and modify information by completing your online questionnaire. Please contact the Jury Management Office during business hours Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding State holidays should you have any questions preferably by email at ESX-jury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or 973-776-9300 ext. 56887. For in-person reporting, please report at 8:45 a.m. (unless informed otherwise) to the Jury Management Office located at 50 West Market Street Room 150 Veterans Courthouse, Newark, NJ 07102. The building opens to the public at 8:00 a.m. Free parking is available. Please bring parking ticket inside for validation. Parking lot located at the intersection of 19 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ and Howard Street. All persons will be screened upon entering the building. Please be advised that glass containers and certain metal objects are not allowed. You may wear a mask if you choose to. You may also bring reading material and/or laptop if you wish. Also, there is a cafeteria on the premise. No microwave is available. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. *Please do not report for jury service if you are sick or not feeling well. Please call or email jury management to reschedule. Thank you for your willingness to serve!, Message from Assignment Judge Sheila A. Venable, Welcome. Thank you for serving as an Essex County juror. Your service is a vital part of the justice system in our form of democracy and will be an important contribution to your fellow citizens. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 973-776-9300 ext. 56887 or by email at Esx-jury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Essex County Veterans Courthouse 50 West Market Street Newark, New Jersey 07102 973-776-9300 Free parking is available only in the designated juror parking area - please bring your parking ticket to the Jury Management Office for validation., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are summoned for two days or one trial. This means, if after serving two days and you are not involved in the jury selection process, your jury service will be complete., 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 973-776-9300 ext. 56887
- CUMBERLAND COUNTY JURY REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 08, 2025., Juror # 00603 up to and including Juror # 01000 please report on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 @ 9 am to the Cumberland County Courthouse, 2nd floor, room A242 all other jurors are on call for the remainder of the week (Thursday-Friday). Please continue to check this website after 5pm daily. Thank you Jurors who are currently in trial please continue to follow the reporting instructions of the trial judge and/or our texts and emails. There is a free parking garage located at 115 Vine St. Only clear drinking containers are permitted in the courthouse. There is a microwave and refrigerator in the jury assembly room if you would like to bring lunch/snacks. In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call, 856-878-5070, ,, option 1, . At this time no excusals will be granted by our office. You will have the opportunity to speak with the Judge during the selection process., The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Please contact the jury management office with any questions at 856-878-5050, ext. 15160 or by email at: cumjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov Thank You. Jury Management, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 or by email at Cumjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 856-878-5050 Parking for jurors and court users is available in the county parking garage (parking is garage is available from 8:00am-6:00pm only) located on Vine Street behind the prosecutor's office building (west of Fayette Street and Vine Street intersection). Some local street parking is also available. A parking garage is located on Vine Street for juror parking. Additional parking at 99 West Broad Street (county office building)., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors term of service is one week unless selected for a trial which will require your service for the duration of that trial. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 .
- Reporting Instructions for jurors summonsed on, September 10th, 2025., If you are assigned to a trial or are asked to return for continuation of jury selection, you MUST follow the Judge's reporting instructions., PETIT JURORS, : Please refer to your Juror number on your summons. This is, not, the same as the Participant ID number., Juror Order # 00001 thru 00722 are required to report to the Hall of Justice in Camden at the corner of 5th Street and Martin Luther King Blvd on September 10th, 2025, at 8:15am. , Juror order#, 00723, thru, 00900, Your service is complete for 3 years., GRAND JURORS, : Grand Jurors who are sworn are required to report to the Hall of Justice. Thank you very much for your willingness to serve as a juror and for helping the Judiciary continue to provide this vital function of our justice system during these extraordinary times. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for personal identifiers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement.t., Message from Assignment Judge Steven J. Polansky, As a juror you play a critical role in our justice system by assuring that disputes are resolved fairly and impartially. The foundation of our justice system requires the service of impartial members of the community. I understand that jury service often is an inconvenience and appreciate your willingness to serve. I am sure that through your experience as a juror, you will gain valuable insights into the operation of our civil and criminal justice system. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at or by email at ., Juror Parking Directions, Camden County Hall of Justice 101 South 5th Street Camden, New Jersey 08103 856-650-9100, Parking for Camden County Hall of Justice, Free parking is available for jurors at the juror parking lot, located one block from the Hall of Justice at Parking lot on 100 3rd Street 100 S. 3rd St . (on the corner of Martin Luther King Blvd. and 3rd St.) Take Martin Luther King Blvd. to 3rd Street and make a right. The parking lot will be on your left. Please have your juror information available to show the attendant upon entering the lot., Public Transportation to Camden County Hall of Justice, The PATCO Hi-Speedline stops at Broadway and City Hall stations, one block from the Hall of Justice. NJ Transit stops at Broadway Station or City Hall., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Please be advised that the term of service for petit jurors is one day or for the duration of one trial if selected. If you are not selected on your date of service and not told by the trial judge to return the following day to complete jury selection, your term of service is completed that day. Once your service is completed, you may request to be excused if summoned again within three years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-650-9085 .
- Message for Morris County Petit and Grand Jurors. Please read the entire message carefully. Jury Management office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We will respond to any and all messages within 24 business hours. If you have completed the juror qualification questionnaire and watched the online orientation, specific reporting instructions will be emailed to you the evening before your summons date. Please read the email and the attachments thoroughly. Check your spam or junk folder in the event it was diverted there. All jurors scheduled for, Wednesday, September 10th, 2025,, with a jury order number 00004 through and including 00323 must report onsite. Reporting instructions have been emailed to you. Jurors who did not submit and confirm their questionnaire at least four (4) days prior to jury service will not receive reporting information and therefore, must contact the Jury Management office for assistance at mrsjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or call 862-397-5700 ext. 75060. Grand Jurors: Please follow the instructions sent to you directly by the Jury Management office via email. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email us at mrsjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or call 862-397-5700 ext. 75060. In the event of court closings, all jurors should call 862-397-5700 / 862-397-5621 or visit our website at www.njcourts.gov 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. Thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror and participating in this vital role of our justice system. , Message from Assignment Judge Stuart A. Minkowitz, Welcome to jury duty. Jurors serve an indispensable function in civil and criminal trials. The jury system in this country is constitutionally mandated and serves to protect and promote the rights of civil litigants and criminal defendants. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 862-397-5700 ext. 75060 or by email at Mrsjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Morris County Courthouse Washington and Court Streets Morristown, New Jersey 07960-0910 862-397-5700 Entrance to the Court House is located on Court Street, directly across from the Morris County Administration and Records Building., Parking for Morris County Court House - JURORS ONLY, Free parking for jurors is provided in the garage at the Hyatt Regency Morristown Directions Headquarters Hyatt Hotel on Speedwell Avenue (Route 202 North). This is the only parking garage that we pay for. Please bring your parking ticket with you to the Jury Office for validation. If you choose to park in another garage you are responsible to pay for your parking. Please do not park your car at a meter. Jurors will not be permitted to leave the courtroom to replenish the meter and we are unable to reimburse you if you get a parking ticket A one way Sheriff’s shuttle bus service is available to jurors in the morning only. Pick-up is between 8:00-8:15 a.m. in front of the movie theater on Speedwell Avenue. It does not return jurors to the garage in the afternoon., Parking for Morris County Court House - COURT USERS, Metered parking available closest to the Court House is located on Ann Street, Cattano Avenue, Western Avenue and Schuyler Place. Parking garage entrances closest to the Court House are located on Cattano Avenue and Schuyler Place (Ann Bank Garage)., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are summoned for a minimum of one day or one full trial. As such, jurors who are not selected to serve on a trial by the end of the day, will have completed their jury service. If you are sent to a courtroom and the jury selection process continues beyond your one day, you will have to return until the judge excuses you from serving as a juror on that trial. Those who are selected for trials, finish their service at the conclusion of the trial. Trials vary in length. Some trials proceed for just one day and others last longer. The trial judge will provide an estimate regarding the length of the trial at the beginning of jury selection. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 862-397-5700 ext. 75060 The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for personal identifiers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement.