- 4:74-9-Fixing Time and Place of Birth of Person of Unknown Parentage 4:74-9, Complaint., An application pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:8-40.2 et seq., to fix the time and place of birth in this State of a person of unknown parentage shall be made by the verified complaint of such person or by a guardian ad litem on the person's behalf, filed in the office of the deputy clerk of the Superior Court in the county of venue, entitled "In the matter of application of __________ (using the name by which the person is then known) to fix the time and place of birth", and alleging that such person was found in this State as a child; that the person's parentage and the place and time of birth are unknown; the place where, the time when, and the circumstances under which the person was found, the person's probable age at that time and the probable date of birth; the place or places where such person has resided since being found and now resides; and that such person has not been guilty of any of the acts specified in N.J.S.A. 26:8-40.5. , Notice; Hearing., Upon the filing of the complaint, the court shall fix a time and place for hearing thereon and, if such person is of the supposed age of 12 years or over, shall give not less than 20 days' notice of the time and place so fixed to the United States District Attorney for the District of New Jersey. At the hearing the court shall take oral testimony and, if satisfied as to the truth of the allegations of the complaint, shall enter judgment accordingly., Note:, Source – R.R. 5:2-10(a)(b). Paragraph (a) amended July 22, 1983 to be effective September 12, 1983; paragraph (a) amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994; paragraph (a) amended June 28, 1996 to be effective September 1, 1996. Part 4
- 4:74-10-Money Judgments Rendered In Special Proceedings 4:74-10 When a money judgment is rendered in a proceeding referred to in R. 4:74 the deputy clerk of the Superior Court in the county of venue shall forthwith enter the judgment in the Civil Docket pursuant to R. 4:47. Upon payment by the proponent of the judgment of the fee prescribed by N.J.S.A. 22A:2-7, the judgment shall be entered in the Civil Judgment and Order Docket in accordance with R. 4:101-2., Note:, Adopted July 11, 1979 to be effective September 10, 1979; amended June 28, 1996 to be effective September 1, 1996. Part 4
- PETIT JURORS- Confirmed Petit Jurors scheduled for the week of 09/08/2025. Please be advised that there will not be a jury trial selection for the week of 09/08/2025; therefore your service is complete and you are excused for 3 years. , If you did not complete your jury qualification questionnaire 5 days prior to your jury service date, please contact the Jury Management office to reschedule your jury service., 609-402-0100, x47950., Grand Jurors - Please report for Grand Jury on Tuesday 09/09/2025 by 8:45 am. , Thank you., Jury Management Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, Email:, cpmjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov, Geovanny Feliciano, Jury Manager, *****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 M. Susan Sheppard, Welcome. 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 609-402-0100 ext. 47950 or by email at Cpmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Cape May County Courthouse 9 North Main Street Cape May Courthouse, New Jersey 08210 609-402-0100, Please note that the front entrance to the building on Route 9 is no longer in use and the entrance is now at the rear of the building where our juror parking lot is located., The entrance for this juror parking lot is off North Boyd Street, directly behind the Cape May County Library. The second parking lot designated for jurors is located directly behind the Doctors Inn on Route 9 with the entrance off East Mechanic Street and a pedestrian walkway that leads to Route 9. Street parking is also available. Attorneys may obtain Cape May County Courthouse parking lot access through the Cape May County Sheriff's office. Please consult your juror notice for specific directions. Handicap parking is not available on the street. If you need handicap parking accommodations, please proceed to the juror lot located off North Boyd Street, directly behind the County Library Building. Enter from Boyd Street. When entering the lot, drive to the security gate, push and release the button on the black box and indicate that you need handicap parking accommodations., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are required to be available for the week or one trial of service . You must call, check the recorded message, or check the website each evening prior to your service to obtain instructions regarding whether you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection process, and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected to serve again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 609-402-0100 ext. 47950
- Greeting Jurors, Petit Jurors summoned for Thursday, September 11, 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., Jurors who were excused by Judge Chiarello on Tuesday, September 9th and jurors who received a Failure to Appear on Tuesday, September 9th and Wednesday, September 10th are to report to the Superior Courthouse Jury Management Office, 2nd Fl. Rm. A242 on Thursday, September 11th, 2025 @9am. A text and email will go to jurors who have supplied that information. 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 .
- 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, Thursday, September 11, 2025, , your services are no longer required, and this satisfies your jury service requirement for a period of (3) years. 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.
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