- Important Information for Prospective Court Volunteers, The primary goal of the court's volunteer program is to strengthen the court-community partnership and to enhance the public's confidence in the court system through direct participation of community members. The following guidelines help to facilitate this effort., Court volunteers are:, systematically screened to safeguard the integrity of the court; appointed by a Judge for a term of one to three years; trained through court orientation and program-specific instruction; supported by a designated program coordinator in the local court; and offered diverse, relevant continuing education opportunities to support their ongoing volunteer experience and personal growth., Volunteer applicants should consider the following criteria:, Commitment:, Should have commitment to: 1) complete orientation and program-specific training; 2) volunteer for at least one year; and 3) comply with all applicable Judiciary policies including the Code of Conduct and Litigation Reporting Policy for Judiciary Volunteers Code of Conduct and Litigation Reporting Policy for Judiciary Volunteers., Background Check:, Adult applicants must agree to a criminal background check that will include fingerprinting. Youth volunteer applicants are not subject to a criminal background check. Parental consent is required for the Judiciary's consideration of a juvenile for a volunteer position and allows for the review of juvenile records maintained by the New Jersey Judiciary. All data reviewed will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the applicant of what action will be taken as a result of this information. NOTE: A criminal history record does not necessarily disqualify one from becoming a court volunteer. The nature and gravity of any offense will be carefully reviewed., Age:, Must be at least 18 years old (with the exception of authorized youth participation on a Juvenile Conference Committee) and reside or work in the county in which you plan to volunteer., Citizenship:, U.S. citizenship is not required. Candidates must be authorized to work according to U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations., Skills:, Should possess good communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to speak, read, and write English; bilingual skills may be helpful.
- Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS), JEDS allows you to electronically submit your documents and record requests to the courts. Documents can be submitted through JEDS 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They will be processed during normal business hours: weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except Court Holidays and Recesses 2025-2026 court holidays and recesses., On This Page, Body, Registration and Login, If you are a self-represented litigant and have not previously registered with the New Jersey Courts, you must complete the registration process before eFiling: Register Now. Register now. If you have a user ID and password to access eCourts, Evidence Submission, Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) or Municipal Case Resolution you must use those credentials. Attorneys must use their assigned attorney bar ID credentials: Log in Now Log in now., What you’ll need:, Use a computer or laptop. JEDS does not work with mobile devices. Electronic copies of all documents and forms. Filing fees can be paid by credit card, debit card, or ACH transfer from U.S. banks only., How to Prepare, Forms are available in the Self-Help Self-Help Center. All documents must be in .pdf, .docx, or .jpg format. The file size limit is 35MB. Larger files must be broken up into smaller files for uploading. You cannot upload evidence or discovery documents. If you have questions about what to file, you can Ombudsman Directory email or call your local court ombudsman for help., Filing Fees. , Some filings Court Fees require a filing fee. The system will tell you how much the fee is when you select your filing type. You can use a credit or debit card. You can also use an ACH transfer from a U.S. bank. You will need the account number and routing number to do a bank transfer., Emergent Matters., JEDS can be used to submit emergent matters 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Emergent matters filed while the courts are closed will be processed on the next business day. Representing Yourself in an Emergent Matter Learn more about emergent matters, Uploading Multiple Documents., You must attach all related documents at the time of filing for one submission. You will not be able to add additional documents to your filing after it is submitted. The maximum file size for each document is 35 MB., Court Stamped Documents., Documents are affixed with the date and time once they are accepted by the court. If the documents you submitted are not listed under "Court Stamped Documents," please Vicinages contact the court you submitted your filing to., Submitted Documents., Documents submitted by 11:59 p.m. will receive a filed date for the same day., Confirm the Status of Your Filing. , You can view your submitted filings by selecting the tile "Filings You Have Submitted" on the "Home" screen. Filings that are not successfully submitted will be listed in the “Filings You Have Not Submitted” tile. These filings will be removed from the system after 72 hours. Once the filings have been removed, you will need to restart the filing process. You can also delete these filings by selecting the three dots (ellipsis) at the end of the row. You can view your submitted documents by going to "Filings You Have Submitted" and selecting "Open" next to your filing. You can also request access to see your case information in eCourts. , Self-Represented Litigants, Watch the JEDS instructional video Watch the JEDS instructional video to learn how to use the system. , Use JEDS for These Case Types, Civil Cases Criminal Child Support/Custody Divorce Domestic Violence Contempt Domestic Violence/Victim’s Assistance and Survivor Protection Act Chancery Foreclosure Special Civil Landlord/Tenant Small Claims Judgment Processing Records Requests Municipal complaints and Traffic tickets Note: JEDS cannot be used for civil commitments, guardianship, estate cases, or any Tax Court filings. Record Requests for Tax Court documents should be sent to the txctrecords.mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Information for Attorneys, Attorneys should use their bar ID to log into JEDS. Watch this information video specifically for attorneys Watch this information video specifically for attorneys . You cannot upload evidence or discovery documents in JEDS., Attorneys should use JEDS for, Child Support/Custody Judgment Processing Divorce Municipal complaints and Traffic tickets DV Contempt Small Claims DV/VASPA NOTE: JEDS cannot be used for civil commitments, guardianship, or estate cases, Filing Fees., Attorneys can use their existing JACS account to Court Fees pay filing fees. Credit cards, debit cards, and ACH transfers are also accepted. Filing fees are not processed by your JACS account automatically., JEDS Quick Reference Guides, Submit a Superior Court filing with a case number Submit a Superior Court filing with a case number Submit a Superior Court filing without a case number Submit a Superior Court filing without a case number Submit a Deficiency correction for Superior court Submit a Deficiency correction for Superior court Submit a Municipal Court filing Submit a Municipal Court filing Submit a Deficiency correction for Municipal court Submit a Deficiency correction for Municipal court Submit a filing fee payment Submit a filing fee payment View Filings I Have Not Submitted View Filings I Have Not Submitted View Filings I Have Submitted View Filings I Have Submitted, Frequently Asked Questions, I am unable to upload a file in JEDS. The document cannot be encrypted and/or password protected. The file name and document description cannot be longer than 56 characters, including spaces and cannot contain any special characters. (e.g.: ~ ` ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) _ - + = { [ } ] | \ : ; “ ‘ < , > . ? /) The file size cannot exceed 35 MB. The file must be in one of the following formats - .pdf, .docx and .jpg I have questions about what I should submit, where I should submit it, or a question about a previous submission. Contact your Ombudsman Directory local ombudsman or local county court for assistance. I have received a message that payment could not be processed and status is "payment required". You can select ‘Continue’ next to the filing under “Filings You Have Not Submitted” and submit the payment again. If you do not have a ‘Continue’ button, you will need to submit a new filing. A filing with a fee will not be successfully submitted to the court until you receive a confirmation message that the filing was successful. I have followed these suggestions and am still unable to resolve my JEDS technical issue. For technical issues with JEDS, call the , Superior Court Clerk's Office, help desk at 609-421-6100 You can also send an e-mail including the technical issues you are experiencing to JEDSSupport.Mailbox@njcourts.gov I registered with NJ Courts but did not receive an activation email. Please check your email after a few minutes and be sure to check your junk/spam folder for the activation email. You can also Request a New Activation Email request a new activation email . I submitted a complaint to the wrong court. How can I get my filing fee refunded? Court staff have the technical ability to change the court of the submitted document if it was submitted incorrectly. For more information regarding specific refund questions, please contact the Superior Court Clerk's Office Superior Court Clerk's Office . ‘Create Filing’ and ‘Filings You Have Not Submitted’ are not displaying on the home screen. ‘Create Filing’ and ‘Filings You Have Not Submitted’ are not available when accessing from a device with a mobile operating system. The application is only compatible with a computer or laptop at this time. I get an "unauthorized" message after logging in. If you are receiving this message, please clear the cache (browsing history and cookies) in your browser. Then close your browser and reopen it to try again. You may also try using a different browser when you get this message. NJ Courts applications are compatible with Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. How can I remove a filing from JEDS? JEDS does not allow users to delete documents. I get a blue "PEGA" screen asking me to log in again. If you are receiving this message, please clear the cache (browsing history and cookies) in your browser. Then close your browser and reopen it to try again. You may also try using a different browser when you get this message which is compatible with Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Safari. To clear the cache in Clear cache in Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge . To clear the cache in Clear cache in Chrome Chrome . To clear the cache in Clear cache in Internet Explorer Internet Explorer . To clear the cache in Clear cache in Safari Safari . I don’t see 'Judiciary Account Charge System (JACS)' as a payment type. How can I pay with my JACS account? (Attorneys only) If the user name that is logging into JEDS isn't the attorney bar ID that is associated to the JACS account, JACS will not be available as a payment option.
- Representing Yourself in an Emergent Matter, On This Page, Body, Child Custody and Visitation, You can file your family case as an emergent matter if immediate and permanent harm will occur if your case isn't heard right away. You can ask for things like emergency custody, termination of visitation, or temporary prevention of relocation of a child outside of New Jersey. Use the Emergent Hearing Order to Show Cause (FD, FM, FV), Emergent Application Order to Show Cause, and the Order to Show Cause - Model Form for Dissolution, Non–Dissolution and Domestic Violence (FM, FD & FV) dockets, Model Form for Dissolution, Non-dissolution, and Domestic Violence , You can upload the completed documents to Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS), Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS)., Illegal Lockouts, You can file a special civil case as an emergent matter if you are a tenant and 1) you have been locked out by your landlord without a court order; 2) you have had your utilities turned off or otherwise not able to live in your rental home; or 3) you need access to your personal property and/or have had your personal property taken by your landlord. Use the How to Apply for the Return of Your Personal Property or to Return to Your Rental Premises (Illegal Lockout Kit), Illegal Lockout, packet and email it to the emergent filing mailbox for your county listed below. You can upload the completed documents to Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS), Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS)., Temporary Guardianship, You can ask the court to appoint a temporary (pendente lite) guardian for an adult with a physical or mental disability that you believe is incapable of making their own decisions. This can only be requested if there is an application for general guardianship pending with the courts, and if there is a critical need to protect the person from substantial harm to their physical or mental health, their safety or well-being, or their property or business affairs. See 4:86-Action For Guardianship of an Incapacitated Person or For The Appointment of a Conservator Court Rule 4:86 for more information. This type of case is usually filed with the county Surrogate's Office., Removal of Guardian and Appointment of Substitute Guardian, You can ask the court to substitute a different guardian for an incapacitated adult if the guardian's actions pose a risk of substantial harm to the incapacitated person's physical or mental health, safety or well-being, or to their property or business affairs. See Court Rule 4:86 Action for Guardianship of an Incapacitated Person or for the Appointment of a Conservator Court Rule 4:86 for more information. This type of case is usually filed with the county Surrogate's Office. ?h, Other Immediate Health and Safety Hazards, You can file an emergent matter related to immediate health and safety hazards, such as environmental hazards. You must show that immediate and permanent harm will occur if it is not addressed right away. Use the Order to Show Cause with Temporary Restraints Pursuant to Rule 4:52, Order to Show Cause with Temporary Restraints , and upload the completed documents to Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS), Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS)., Emergent Matters That Can Be Filed Only by Attorneys on Behalf of Institutions, There are additional emergency cases that can be initiated only by an institution, including quarantine applications, filed by state or local health departments, to enforce a quarantine or isolation order or otherwise restrict a person's movements in certain public health situations, such as the COVID-19 pandemic ; special medical guardianships, filed by the administrator of a healthcare facility, seeking to give consent for lifesaving medical treatment for a patient who is unable to give consent themselves; and protective arrangements, initiated by a county Adult Protective Services agency asking the court to authorize protective services for a vulnerable adult subject to abuse, neglect or exploitation. Your Judiciary Ombudsman Program local court ombudsman, , is available to answer questions about these and other case types.
- Supreme Court Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement (DI&CE), The Diversity, Inclusion & Community Engagement Committee (DI&CE) helps the courts improve equality and outreach. The goal of the DI&CE is to eliminate bias in the courts. The committee proposes policies and programs to the Supreme Court that will help the court system achieve this goal. They also research and report on the court system’s treatment of all groups. The original Supreme Court Committee on Minority Concerns was formed in 1992. The name of the committee was changed in 2019 to better reflect its current mission. The committee seeks to protect the rights of: People of all racial and ethnic backgrounds. People of every religion and cultural group. People of all economic backgrounds. People of every gender identity and sexual orientation., The Committee, Assesses the availability of court services and resources. Ensures self-represented litigants have access to services and resources. Works with practice divisions and non-Judiciary partners to improve court protocols. Facilitates community outreach in areas such as court access and job recruitment, as well as criminal justice and municipal court reforms. Works closely with the 15 vicinage advisory committees. Remains involved in the National Consortium on Racial and Ethnic Fairness in the Courts. Issues reports to the New Jersey Supreme Court every two years., Committee Membership, Committee members are appointed by the Chief Justice. They serve for two years. The committee includes: Superior court judges. Attorneys. Members of the community. The committee has representatives from: The attorney general. The public defender. The New Jersey State Bar Association The Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association. The Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey. The Hispanic Bar Association. The Garden State Bar Association. The New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association. The New Jersey Association for Justice. The South Asian Bar Association. Legal Services of New Jersey., Committee Contacts, Lisa Burke, , Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement Program Officer, 609-815-2900 ext. 52364 Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement Program Coordinator and Committee Staff, Diversity Inclusion And Community Engagement, Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex 25 Market Street P.O. Box 037 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Phone: 609-815-2900 ext. 52364 Fax: 609-394-0182 diversity.mailbox@njcourts.gov, Committee Reports:, Committee on Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement 2021-2023 SCC DI&CE Biennial Report 2021-2023 SCC DI&CE Biennial Report 2019-2021 SCC DI&CE Biennial Report 2019-2021 SCCMC Biennial Report 2017-2019 SCCMC Biennial Report 2017-2019 SCCMC Biennial Report 2015-2017 SCCMC Biennial Report 2015-2017 SCCMC Biennial Report 2013-2015 SCCMC Biennial Report 2013-2015 SCCMC Biennial Report 2009-2011 SCCMC Biennial Report 2009-2011 SCCMC Biennial Report 2007-2009 SCCMC Biennial Report 2007-2009 SCCMC Biennial Report 2004-2007 SCCMC Biennial Report 2004-2007 SCCMC Biennial Report 2002-2004 SCCMC Biennial Report 2002-2004 SCCMC Biennial Report 2000-2002 SCCMC Biennial Report 2000-2002 SCCMC Biennial Report 1996-1998 SCCMC Biennial Report 1996-1998 New Jersey Supreme Court Statement and Action Plan on Minority Concerns (1993) Final Report of the Supreme Court Task Force on Minority Concerns (1992) New Jersey Supreme Court Statement and Action Plan on Minority Concerns (1993) New Jersey Supreme Court Statement and Action Plan on Minority Concerns (1993)
- Legal Service Plan, Legal service plans are governed by Rule of Professional Conduct 7.3(e)(4). That Rule permits a “bona fide organization” to “recommend[], furnish[,] or pay[]” for legal services to its “members or beneficiaries” under certain conditions. If the organization is for profit, the legal services cannot be rendered by lawyers “employed, directed, supervised or selected by it . . . .” RPC 7.3(e)(4)(i). The participating lawyers must be separate and apart from the bona fide organization and cannot be affiliated or associated with it. RPC 7.3(e)(4)(ii) and (iii). The member or beneficiary must be recognized as the client of the lawyer, not of the organization. RPC 7.3(e)(4)(iv). The member or beneficiary must be entitled to select counsel other than that furnished, selected, or approved by the organization for the matter (though the switch in counsel may be at the member’s or beneficiary’s own expense). RPC 7.3(e)(4)(v). Participating lawyers must not have any cause to know that the organization is in violation of applicable laws, rules, or legal requirements. RPC 7.4(e)(4)(vi). Lastly, the organization must register its plan with the Supreme Court (Administrative Office of the Courts, Professional Services), and renew its registration on an annual basis. RPC 7.4(e)(4)(vii). Forms Legal Resources Legal Services Plan - Non-Union Legal Service Plan - Non-Union Legal Service Plan - Union Legal Service Plan - Union Legal Services Table Plan Legal Services Plans Table
- Find an ACJC Case, Use the search tool below to the find and research ACJC cases. Court Supreme Court Superior Court Municipal Court Category Abuse of Authority Abuse of Office Admonition Appearance of Bias Appearance of Impropriety Bias Censure Competence Conflict Conflict of Interest Contempt Court Staff Decorum in Courtroom Demeanor Dismissal Disqualification Drug / Alcohol Impairment DUI / DWI EEO / AA policy Ex parte Ex parte communications Extrajudicial Activities Fiduciary Fundraising Impartiality Impropriety Independence Insubordination Integrity Intemperate Conduct Juror / Jury Lack of Candor / Veracity Lack of Integrity Legal Error Letterhead Lying Manufactured Defense Mistreatment Personal Relationship Physical Contact Politics / Political Activity Practice of Law Prejudice Professional Relationship Recusal Removal Reprimand Suspension Judge Adames, Marvin C. Amana, Caryl Appleby, Melanie D. Baker, Max A. 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- Glossary of Terms - Divorce, Affidavit : An affidavit is a notarized written statement made to the court swearing that the information contained in the filed papers is true. Alimony : Alimony , or spousal support, is money paid by one spouse to another after a divorce to help with living expenses outside of child support. Answer : An Answer is a written response that explains why the defendant thinks they do not owe the money to the plaintiff in a court case. Appeal : An appeal is a written request asking a higher court to look at the decision of the judge and change that judge’s decision. Arrears : The word arrears means unpaid or overdue child support, alimony or spousal support payments. Caption : The caption is how the parties’ names were written in the original papers filed for your divorce. If you were the plaintiff or defendant, you are still the plaintiff or defendant for all subsequent filings. Cause of Action: : The cause of action is the grounds for the divorce such as irreconcilable differences, separation, or extreme cruelty. Certification : A certification is a written statement made to the court when you file papers, swearing that the information contained in the filed papers is true. Child Support : Child support is money paid by the non-custodial parent to the custodial parent to help support their children. Complaint : A complaint is a document filed with the court by the plaintiff that is the start of a court case. Cross-motion : A cross-motion is filed by a defendant to add a new claim against the plaintiff in a court case. Default Judgment : The plaintiff can request a default judgment in their favor if the defendant receives the complaint and fails to respond in the time allowed. Defendant : The defendant is the person or business against whom a case is filed. Discovery : After a case is filed, but before it is heard in court, all of the parties must share with each other the documents and information they plan to introduce in court. This is called discovery . Dissolution : Dissolution refers to the legal ending of a marriage, civil union or domestic partnership. Exhibits : Exhibits are papers and information you provide to support what is in your motion. File : To file means to give the correct forms and fee to the court to begin the court’s consideration of your request. Irreconcilable differences : This is the term used in New Jersey for a no-fault divorce. It applies to divorcing couples who have lived in New Jersey for at least 12 months before the divorce is filed. The basis of the divorce is that the couple is certain there is no way for them to reconcile. Motion : A motion is a written request in which you ask the court to issue an order, change an order it has already issued, enforce an order it has already issued,, or ask the court to take some other action related to your case., Order : An order is a signed paper from the judge telling someone they must do something. Party : A party is a person, business or governmental agency involved in a court action. Personal Identifier : A personal identifier is any personal information that is unique to an individual, including Social Security number, military status, driver’s license number, license plate number, insurance policy number, active bank account and credit card numbers. This information could be used to steal someone’s identity or their money. All documents filed with the court are available for public inspection. , Therefore no personal identifiers should be included on documents filed with the court, Plaintiff : The plaintiff is the party who starts the lawsuit. Pro Se : The term pro se means that you are representing yourself in court without a lawyer. Redact : To redact is to remove or to hide parts of a written document. Relief : To ask for relief is to ask the court for something.
- Legal Reference Materials, Find information and legal resources for your case. , Try to get an attorney, The court system can be complex. It is a good idea to get an attorney if you can. The NJ State Bar Association has a list of County Bar Associations lawyer referral organizations ., Know Your Rights, The Division on Civil Rights within the NJ Dept. of Law and Public Safety has Public Fact Sheets published fact sheets on rights that are protected by the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. This includes racial and gender discrimination, housing, equal pay and more. The fact sheets are available in many languages., New Jersey Courts Overview, The Judiciary has New Jersey Courts - A Guide to the Judicial Process - brochure published a guide to the judicial process that includes information about the courts’ structure and organization. The guide also covers basic court processes and a glossary of legal terms., Legal Services of New Jersey, Legal Services of New Jersey Legal Services of New Jersey provides free legal assistance to low-income people in New Jersey. They also have a Find Free NJ Legal Info helpful website with legal forms, manuals, and articles to help answer your legal questions., New Jersey Rules of Court, The Rules of Court New Jersey Rules of Court guide the practice of law in the New Jersey courts. The rules govern everything from court procedures to attorney bar admissions., Rules of Professional Conduct, Part of the Rules of Court, the Rules of Professional Conduct Rules of Professional Conduct govern the qualifications, behavior, and responsibility of all attorneys licensed to practice law in the state., New Jersey Rules of Evidence, The New Jersey Rules of Evidence New Jersey Rules of Evidence explain what evidence can be used in Superior and Municipal Court., Manual on NJ Sentencing Law, Manual on NJ Sentencing Law This manual gives an overview of criminal sentences and juvenile dispositions. It includes relevant court rules, case law, and statutes., Violations Bureau Schedule, Many traffic and parking tickets can be paid without coming to court. This list gives the Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule payable amount for traffic and parking tickets that can be paid without a court appearance, Notices to the Bar, Any updates to the practice of law in New Jersey’s state courts are Notices to the Bar published as Notices to the Bar . Use the search box to find relevant notices from 2011 through today., Forms Catalog, Use our Forms Catalog forms catalog to access legal forms, self-help kits, brochures, and directories., Manual on Style for Legal Citation, The Manual on Style manual on style for judicial opinions explains the structure and organization of legal opinions. It also explains how to cite cases in a legal document., Guidelines for Captioning Cases, The Guidelines for Captioning Cases guidelines are used by Appellate Division staff when preparing memos and opinions. They give a good overview of how court cases should be named and how they should appear in court documents., Civil Motion Calendar, Use the Civil Motion Calendar civil motion calendar to find information about upcoming court dates., Model Civil Jury Charges, The Model Civil Jury Charges model civil jury charges are used by judges and litigants to prepare jury instructions. Jury instructions help jurors in civil cases understand the laws that they should apply in the case they are hearing. The model charges are prepared and updated by the Supreme Court Committee on Model Civil Jury Charges., Model Criminal Jury Charges, The Model Criminal Jury Charges model criminal jury charges are used by judges and litigants to prepare jury instructions. Jury instructions help jurors in criminal cases understand the laws that they should apply in the case they are hearing. The model charges are prepared and updated by the Supreme Court Committee on Model Criminal Jury Charges., Notice on the Use of Artificial Intelligence, Read the Supreme Court’s notice about using artificial intelligence in court cases.
- Your Day In Court, Your Rights as a Defendant in the Municipal Courts of the State of New Jersey You are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. You have the right to be informed of the charges against you. You have the right to remain silent concerning the charges against you, and anything you say may be held against you. You have the right to retain an attorney . You have the right to be assigned an attorney if the judge determines that you cannot afford an attorney, and there is a likelihood that if you are convicted, you will either go to jail, receive a substantial fine or your driver’s license will be suspended. You have the right to request a reasonable postponement so that you may have an opportunity to consult with your attorney and prepare a proper defense. You have the right to testify or not to testify on your own behalf. You have the right to call or subpoena witnesses to testify on your behalf. You have the right to appeal within 20 days of any conviction. If you think you need the services of an interpreter, please notify the municipal court administrator prior to your appearance in court. If you think you need the services of an interpreter, please notify the municipal court administrator prior to your appearance in court., Municipal Court FAQs, Can I use the Internet to find more information or to plead guilty and pay a fine? Yes. For certain offenses, where a court appearance is not required, you can find out the total amount that you must pay if you plead guilty and pay through NJMCdirect.com NJMCdirect.com . You can obtain more information about the municipal courts and the New Jersey Judiciary at Official State of New Jersey njcourts.gov . What should I expect when I go to municipal court? Prior to entering the courtroom, please turn off or silence your phone or pager. When you get to court, check in with court staff Listen to instructions from court staff and from the judge. The proceedings are sound recorded, so please remain quiet until it is your time to speak. The judge will give an opening statement explaining court procedures, defendants’ rights and penalties. Cases are usually called in the following order: Requests for postponements Uncontested motions First arraignments Guilty pleas Contested motions Pleas of not guilty with an attorney Pleas of not guilty without an attorney A case may be postponed to give you time to obtain representation by a private attorney or by a public defender if you qualify and prepare your defense. If you need a postponement, ask the court staff for assistance. If your case involves a dispute between you and another person, you may be required to participate in a discussion with a mediator to attempt to settle the dispute without going in front of the judge. What happens if I am found guilty in municipal court? You will be required to pay all monetary penalties, as ordered by the judge. Under certain circumstances, the court can permit you to pay over a period of time. You will be given instructions on how to comply with any other parts of your sentence. What is a plea agreement? A plea agreement is a way to settle a case. Plea agreements in municipal court are negotiated with the prosecutor, an attorney who represents the state. You will be given the opportunity to speak to the prosecutor to try to settle your case. You are not required to speak to the prosecutor. All plea agreements must be approved by the judge. How can I appeal a decision of the court? If you disagree with the judge’s decision, you may appeal, but if you appeal, you must file the appeal within 20 calendar days of your conviction. You will be required to pay a deposit that will be applied against the cost of preparing a transcript of the trial. You also will be required to pay a $100 filing fee. Ask the court staff to provide you with a copy of the appeal packet, “ How to Appeal a Decision of a Municipal Court How to Appeal a Decision of a Municipal Court .” Information on representing yourself in an appeal is also available at Appeals njcourts.gov . What happens if I plead guilty in court? If you plead guilty in court, the judge will ask questions regarding the offense charged to make sure there are facts to support the guilty plea and to determine that your plea is voluntary. The judge will then make a finding and impose a sentence. If you plead guilty or are found guilty of traffic offenses in court, the penalties listed on the Violations Bureau Schedule Violations Bureau Schedule do not apply. What happens when the court’s orders are not obeyed? People who do not come to court when summoned or subpoenaed, make payments as required, or comply with other requirements of their sentences, face additional punishments including fines, drivers’ license suspensions, arrest and jail. For more information regarding your case, contact the municipal court at the phone number found on the ticket or court notice. If you do not have the ticket, you can look up the contact information in the Municipal Court Address statewide listing . For general information regarding municipal courts, contact one of the following regional offices:, Municipal Division Offices, (Regional Offices) Atlantic/Cape May 609-402-0100 ext. 47290 Bergen 201-221-0700 ext. 25080 Burlington 609-288-9500 ext. 38045 Camden 856-650-9100 ext. 43130 Cape May 609-402-0100 ext. 47290 Cumberland 856-878-5050 ext. 15290 Essex 973-776-9300 ext. 56889 Gloucester 856-878-5050 ext. 15290 Hudson 201-748-4400 ext. 60550 Hunterdon 908-332-7700 ext. 13230 Mercer 609-571-4200 ext. 74010 Middlesex 732-645-4300 ext. 88837 Monmouth 732-358-8700 ext. 87245 Morris 862-397-5700 ext. 75110 Ocean 732-504-0700 ext. 64040 Passaic 973-653-2910 ext. 24070 Salem 856-878-5050 ext. 15290 Somerset 908-332-7700 ext. 13230 Sussex 862-397-5700 ext. 75110 Union 908-787-1650 ext. 22600 Warren 908-332-7700 ext. 13230, Municipal Division, Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex P.O. Box 986 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0986 609-815-2900 ext. 54850 Fax: 609-815-2941 Do I need to appear in municipal court if I choose to plead guilty and pay the fine? If the “Court Appearance Required” box has not been checked on the complaint and if the charge is listed on either the Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule or the Local Violations Bureau Schedule, you may pay the fine without appearing in court. The Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule is a list of state offenses that may be paid without going to court. The Local Violations Schedule is a list of municipal ordinances that may be paid without going to court. You can pay your fine at the court’s payment window, by mail or by going to NJMCdirect.com NJMCdirect.com . If you pay without going to court, you will be pleading guilty and giving up your right to a lawyer and your right to a trial. Court appearances are always required in criminal matters. What if I plead not guilty in municipal court? If you plead not guilty, the judge will preside over a trial to determine whether you are guilty or not guilty. The trial may be held that day, but in certain circumstances it may be rescheduled. In a trial, the prosecutor first will call the state’s witnesses, the witnesses against you. They will answer the prosecutor’s questions and present any other evidence they have. When the prosecutor is finished with each witness, you, or your attorney, will be permitted to ask them questions about their testimony. When the prosecutor’s case is complete, it will be your turn to call witnesses and present evidence on your behalf. You can testify, although you are not required to do so. If you testify, the prosecutor can ask you questions or cross-examine you. After all witnesses and evidence have been presented, the judge will decide whether you are guilty or not guilty. If you are found guilty, the judge will impose a sentence. If I can plead guilty to a parking or traffic ticket without going to court, how much will I have to pay? The amount of the fine is in the Statewide or Local Violations Bureau Schedules. These schedules are available for review at the Municipal Court office. The Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule is also posted at Statewide Violations Bureau Schedule njcourts.gov .
- Find Attorney Discipline Cases, The Office of Attorney Ethics (OAE) acts as the investigative and prosecutorial arm of the Supreme Court of New Jersey in discharging the Court's constitutional responsibility to supervise and discipline New Jersey attorneys. The OAE assists and manages 18 district ethics committees and 17 district fee arbitration committees throughout the state. Additionally, the OAE itself handles serious, emergent and complex disciplinary prosecutions. The OAE also administers the Random Audit Compliance Program, which monitors the recordkeeping responsibilities of private practice law firms., DRB database of disciplined attorneys, The DRB maintains a database of all attorneys disciplined since 1988. It is important to remember that some attorneys might share the same name. The DRB is not responsible for any coincidence in names of disciplined attorneys and other attorneys as a result of individuals having the same or similar names. Disciplined Attorneys. View DRB database ., OAE Discipline Reports, Each quarter, the OAE publishes a list of attorneys who have been disciplined by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. In addition, the OAE annual report contains the disciplinary history of each attorney who has been disciplined that year. It is important to remember that some attorneys might share the same name. The OAE is not responsible for any coincidence in names of disciplined attorneys and other attorneys as a result of individuals having the same or similar names., Quarterly Discipline Reports, 2nd Quarter 2025 1st Quarte 2025 r Attorney Discipline Report 1st Quarter 2025 4th Quarter 2024 Attorney Discipline Report 4th Quarter 2024 3rd Quarter 2024 3rd Quarter 2024 2nd Quarter 2024 - Revised 2nd Quarter 2024 Attorney Discipline Report 2nd Quarter 2024 1st Quarter 2024 1st Quarter 2024 4rth Quarter 2023 4rth Quarter 2023 2023 3rd Quarter Disciplinary Report 3rd Quarter 2023 2023 2nd Quarter Disciplinary Report 2nd Quarter 2023 1st Quarter 2023 Attorney Discipline Report 1st Quarter 2023 Calendar Years 1984 - 2023 Calendar Years 1984 - 2023, OAE Annual Reports, OAE Annual Report 2024 OAE Annual Report 2024 OAE Annual Report 2023 OAE Annual Report 2023 OAE Annual Report 2022 OAE Annual Report 2022 OAE Annual Report 2021 OAE Annual Report 2021 OAE Annual Report 2020 OAE Annual Report 2020, Find an OAE Disciplinary Hearing, Once a formal complaint of misconduct is filed against an attorney, the matter is scheduled for a formal public hearing. An updated public hearing list is published each month. The docket numbers begin with the number of the istrict Ethics and Fee Committees district that is handling the case. The OAE is district XIV. The last page of the report shows motions for discipline related to criminal charges filed against the attorneys. Public hearing list OAE View the most recent public hearing list, Find a DRB Review Hearing, The DRB holds a public hearing for all cases in which the OAE recommends a sanction greater than admonition. The hearing is public. DRB Hearing Schedule View the latest public hearing schedule, How to Review an OAE Complaint File, Complaint files are available to the public. To make arrangements to view a complaint filed by a district ethics committee (Docket numbers starting with I through XIII), call the District Ethics and Fee Committee district secretary To make arrangements to view a complaint filed by the, OAE, (Docket numbers starting with XIV), call 609-403-7800 Copy fees for public records: Letter-size pages $0.05 Legal-size pages $0.07 Payment with a check or money order must be made in advance. Copies will be made available within seven business days after receipt of payment.
- Expunging Your Court Record, On This Page, Apply for an Expungement Online, An expungement is the removal, sealing, impounding, or isolation of all records on file within any court, detention or correctional facility, law enforcement or criminal justice agency. A court-ordered expungement can remove the following information: your arrest all court proceedings related to your case your criminal or juvenile conviction the outcome of your case, including your sentence, You can apply for an expungement using the eCourts Expungement System. It's free. You will need your case number to get started., Apply for an Expungement Online - First-Time User First-time User Apply for an Expungement Online - Returning User Returning User, Instructions, Once you have registered, you can follow the Self-expungement User guide user guide to file an expungement petition., Need Help?, If you do not know your case number, you can look it up. For Superior Court cases, find your name in the system use this link to find your name in the system . The code will look like this: Example : Promis Gavel # ATL-00-000000 [3-letter county code]-[2-digit year]-[case number] For municipal court cases, Municipality Directories contact the municipality to get your summons number. Examples : Summons# S-0000-00-334 S-[4-digit year]-[case number]-[municipality code] Warrant# W-0000-00-334 W-[4-digit year]-[case number]-[municipality code] For juvenile cases,, , Directories - contact the court contact the court to get instructions on how to get your docket number. eCourts Expungement System video Watch this brief overview on how to request an expungement online. This Expungements Regular and Clean Slate for Self Represented Litigant and Attorney more detailed video will walk you through the features of the online expungement system. You can also view this Expungements Regular and Clean Slate for Self Represented Litigant and Attorney step-by-step guide from Legal Services of New Jersey. Email your Ombudsman Directory local ombudsman if you have any questions., State Police Confirmation, After a judge signs your expungement order, the order will be transmitted to law enforcement agencies who are responsible for removing expunged records from their files. One of those law enforcement agencies is the New Jersey State Police (NJSP), which is responsible for removing expunged criminal complaints from the Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system that the NJSP uses to respond to criminal history background checks. The NJSP maintains its own Expungement Status Portal for you to track whether it has processed your expungement order. You can sign up for an account to access the NJSP Expungement Status Portal NJSP Expungement Status Portal and track your expungement order. For any questions concerning the Expungement Status Portal or registration process, please contact the NJSP at 609-671-7900 ., Learn More About Expungements, Legal Services of New Jersey has a helpful LSNJLAW Find NJ Legal Information explanation of the expungement process . A court appearance is not always required, but you might be asked to come to court to provide additional information in your case. Learn more about Copies of Court Records how to get court records ., Types of Expungements, Clean Slate Expungement - N.J.S.A. 2C:52-5.3 At least ten years must have passed since your last conviction. Also, at least ten years must have passed since you paid any fines and fees and completed any probation or parole. Marijuana Expungement - N.J.S.A. 2C:52-5.1 An expungement of certain marijuana or hashish offenses. Recovery Court, formerly known as Drug Court, Expungement - N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14(m) The court can order the recovery court expungement when you graduate from the program. You only need to apply if the graduation took place before to April 18, 2016. Marijuana Decriminalization – N.J.S.A. 2C:52-6.1 An expungement of the marijuana or hashish offenses as a result of the 2021 Marijuana Decriminalization Law. Regular Expungements Adults. This includes Indictable Offenses (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-2); Disorderly Persons Offenses (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-3; and Ordinance Offenses (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-4). In most cases, you must wait five years after your sentence is served for indictable and disorderly persons offenses) or two years (for ordinances). All fines and fees must be paid. Sometimes, you can file for expungement after four years. You can expunge no more than one indictable conviction and up to three disorderly persons offenses or petty disorderly persons offenses. Juvenile Delinquency Adjudications (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-4.1) In most cases, you must wait three years after your final discharge from custody or supervision or from the entry of any other order not involving custody or supervision; and there have been no further arrests, pending charges, convictions or delinquency adjudications in that 3-year period. Expedited Expungements (N.J.S.A. 2C:52-6) The court can order an immediate expungement if a case is dismissed or the defendant is acquitted and found not guilty on all counts., Expungement Eligibility, Legal Services of New Jersey has an Expungement Navigator expungement navigator that can help you determine your eligibility. , Filing Without a Lawyer, The court system can be confusing, and it is a good idea to get a lawyer if you can. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you can contact the legal services program in your county to see if you qualify for free legal services. Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of Legal Services of New Jersey regional legal services offices or may be reached at Regional Legal Services Office Telephone Number 732-572-9100 . The NJ State Bar Association also maintains a list of County Bar Associations county referral services that might be helpful., Things to think about before representing yourself in court, While you have the right to represent yourself in court, you should not expect any special treatment, help, or attention from the court. You must still comply with the Rules of the Court, even if you are not familiar with them. The following is a list of some things the court staff can and cannot do for you. Please read it carefully before asking the court staff for help. We can explain and answer questions about how the court works. We can tell you what the requirements are to have your case considered by the court. We can give you some information from your case file. We can provide you with samples of court forms that are available. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. We can usually answer questions about court deadlines. We cannot give you legal advice. Only your lawyer can give you legal advice. We cannot tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court. We cannot give you an opinion about what will happen if you bring your case to court. We cannot recommend a lawyer, but we can provide you with the telephone number of a local lawyer referral service. We cannot talk to the judge for you about what will happen in your case. We cannot let you talk to the judge outside of court. We cannot change an order issued by a judge.
- Name Change, Name change requests in NJ should be filed in civil court if:, You are over the age of 18. You are not changing your name as part of a change in your marital status. Use the packet titled How to Ask the Court to Change Your Name - Adults Only How to Ask the Court to Change Your Name—Adults Only. , Name change requests in NJ should be filed in family court if:, You want to request a name change for a child under the age of 18. You want to change your name at the same time you are requesting a name change for your child under the age of 18. Use the packet titled How to Ask the Court to Change a Name in the Chancery Division, Family Part. How to Ask the Court to Change a Name in the Chancery Division, Family Part. , Name change after divorce., To resume your maiden name as a result of a divorce, you can file a motion in family court as part of a pending or post-judgment divorce case. If your judgment of divorce stipulates that you can resume your maiden name, you do not need to file any other motion. You can apply for a new social security card free of charge with the Social Security Administration office., Name change after marriage., A name change as a result of a recent marriage do not require a court order. You can apply for a new social security card free of charge with the Social Security Administration office., Errors on official documents., Contact the State Registrar of Vital Statistics Vital Statistics for corrections on these documents: birth certificate marriage license civil union domestic partnership, Do I need a lawyer to file a name change?, The court system can be confusing, and it is a good idea to get a lawyer if you can. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you can contact the legal services program in your county to see if you qualify for free legal services. Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of Legal Services of New Jersey regional legal services offices or may be reached at Regional Legal Services Office Telephone Number 732-572-9100 . The NJ State Bar Association also maintains a list of County Bar Associations county referral services that might be helpful., Things to think about before you represent yourself in court, While you have the right to represent yourself in court, you should not expect any special treatment, help, or attention from the court. You must still comply with the Rules of the Court, even if you are not familiar with them. The following is a list of some things the court staff can and cannot do for you. Please read it carefully before asking the court staff for help. We can explain and answer questions about how the court works. We can tell you what the requirements are to have your case considered by the court. We can give you some information from your case file. We can provide you with samples of court forms that are available. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. We can usually answer questions about court deadlines. We cannot give you legal advice. Only your lawyer can give you legal advice. We cannot tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court. We cannot give you an opinion about what will happen if you bring your case to court. We cannot recommend a lawyer, but we can provide you with the telephone number of a local lawyer referral service. We cannot talk to the judge for you about what will happen in your case. We cannot let you talk to the judge outside of court. We cannot change an order issued by a judge.
- Municipal Court Jobs, Municipal Court Administrator Full-Time Municipal Court: Lambertville City Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Nov. 18, 2025 Posted: Oct. 28, 2025 Violations Clerk Municipal Court: Maplewood & South Orange Shared Municipal Court Vicinage: Essex Closing: Nov. 12, 2025 Posted: Oct. 24, 2025 Deputy Court Administrator - Full Time Municipal Court: Shared Municipal Court of Tinton Falls and Eatontown Vicinage: Monmouth Closing: Nov. 14, 2025 Posted: Oct. 24, 2025 Deputy Court Administrator Municipal Court: Willingboro Twp Court Vicinage: Burlington Closing: Nov. 5, 2025 Posted: Oct. 22, 2025 Violations Clerk Full-time Municipal Court: Clinton Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Nov. 20, 2025 Posted: Oct. 20, 2025 Keyboarding Clerk 1 Municipal Court: Scotch Plains Twp Court Vicinage: Union Closing: Nov. 3, 2025 Posted: Oct. 20, 2025 Deputy Court Administrator - Full Time Municipal Court: Hanover Municipal Court Vicinage: Morris/Sussex Closing: Oct. 31, 2025 Posted: Oct. 17, 2025 Violations Clerk Full-Time Municipal Court: Franklin Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Nov. 14, 2025 Posted: Oct. 17, 2025 Deputy Court Administrator - Full Time Municipal Court: Raritan Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Nov. 10, 2025 Posted: Oct. 16, 2025 Municipal Court Administrator - Part Time Municipal Court: Ship Bottom Municipal Court Vicinage: Ocean Closing: Oct. 31, 2025 Posted: Oct. 15, 2025 Municipal Court Administrator - Part Time Municipal Court: Island Heights Municipal Court Vicinage: Ocean Closing: Oct. 29, 2025 Posted: Oct. 15, 2025 Violations Clerk (Full-Time - 35 Hours per week) Municipal Court: Frankford Joint Municipal Court Vicinage: Morris/Sussex Closing: Oct. 31, 2025 Posted: Oct. 14, 2025 Violations Clerk Municipal Court: Manalapan Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Monmouth Closing: Open Until Filled Posted: Oct. 14, 2025 Violations Clerk - Full Time Municipal Court: Raritan Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Oct. 31, 2025 Posted: Oct. 10, 2025 Full-time Violations Clerk Municipal Court: Mansfield Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Closing: Nov. 19, 2025 Posted: Oct. 8, 2025 Municipal Court Administrator - Part Time Municipal Court: Lavallette Municipal Court Vicinage: Ocean Closing: Oct. 31, 2025 Posted: Oct. 6, 2025 Deputy Court Administrator (Part-Time) Municipal Court: Beverly City Municipal Court Vicinage: Burlington Closing: Open Until Filled Posted: Sept. 15, 2025 Part-Time Office Assistant II (24 hours) Municipal Court: Washington Twp Municipal Court Vicinage: Gloucester Closing: Open Until Filled Posted: Aug. 20, 2025 Part-time Violations Clerk Municipal Court: Borough of Prospect Park Vicinage: Passaic Closing: Open Until Filled Posted: July 29, 2025 Keyboarding Clerk 1 (part‐time, approx. 25 hours/week) Municipal Court: Bayonne City Municipal Court Vicinage: Hudson Closing: Open Until Filled Posted: March 14, 2025 Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 23 items
- Juvenile Delinquency, In juvenile matters, the court's goals are rehabilitation and accountability. , Understanding Delinquency, The term "delinquency" is used when someone under 18 breaks the law. Juvenile delinquency cases are often heard in family court. Sometimes, they are heard in municipal court. The court has three goals in delinquency cases. The court wants the juvenile to take responsibility for their actions. Also, the court wants to help the juvenile learn how to avoid getting into trouble again. In addition, the court must be concerned with public safety., Does my child need a lawyer?, The court system can be confusing, and it is a good idea to get a lawyer if you can. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you can contact the legal services program in your county to see if you qualify for free legal services. Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of Legal Services of New Jersey regional legal services offices or may be reached at Regional Legal Services Office Telephone Number 732-572-9100 . The NJ State Bar Association also maintains a list of County Bar Associations county referral services that might be helpful., Yes., If the case is being heard before a judge, your child must have an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney for your child, you might qualify for a public defender. Contact your Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices local family court to ask for an “application for assignment of counsel” and instructions on how to submit the form. Call your local Ombudsman Directory court ombudsman if you have questions about this form or about your juvenile case., No., Your child does not need a lawyer if the case is sent to a Juvenile Conference Committee (JCC) juvenile conference committee , an intake services conference, or a juvenile referee. In those cases, a parent or guardian must attend., Things to think about before you represent yourself in court, While you have the right to represent yourself in court, you should not expect any special treatment, help, or attention from the court. You must still comply with the Rules of the Court, even if you are not familiar with them. The following is a list of some things the court staff can and cannot do for you. Please read it carefully before asking the court staff for help. We can explain and answer questions about how the court works. We can tell you what the requirements are to have your case considered by the court. We can give you some information from your case file. We can provide you with samples of court forms that are available. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. We can usually answer questions about court deadlines. We cannot give you legal advice. Only your lawyer can give you legal advice. We cannot tell you whether or not you should bring your case to court. We cannot give you an opinion about what will happen if you bring your case to court. We cannot recommend a lawyer, but we can provide you with the telephone number of a local lawyer referral service. We cannot talk to the judge for you about what will happen in your case. We cannot let you talk to the judge outside of court. We cannot change an order issued by a judge., The First Juvenile Delinquency Hearing, If your child is not detained, you will be given a court date when you and your child must appear in court. If your child is held in detention, a hearing will take place by the end of the next day. A parent or guardian must be present at all hearings. You will find out three things: You will get a copy of the complaint, which lists the charges. You will be told whether your child needs a lawyer. This will depend on whether the case will be held by a judge or is sent to a committee or court staff to resolve. The court will decide whether your child will be released or will stay in detention until the case is decided. Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings and Your Child - brochure Learn more about juvenile delinquency cases., If Your Child Is Held in a Juvenile Facility, The court could decide to hold your child in a juvenile facility if the child: is accused of a serious offense; a risk to public safety; had a record of juvenile delinquency; failed to come to a recent court hearing; OR failed to stay in a court placement., Bail is not available for juveniles, If your child is detained, another court hearing will be held within 48 hours. The child must have an attorney. At this hearing, the judge could decide that the prosecutor has not presented enough evidence to make the judge think that the child could have broken a law. The judge might dismiss the case. If the judge believes that the juvenile likely broke the law, the case will be scheduled for a hearing. The child could be released or detained at this point. If the child is detained, a detention review hearing will be held within 14 days. After that, a detention hearing must be held every month until the case is decided., Three Ways Juvenile Cases Are Resolved, Juvenile conference committee (JCC) or intake services conference (ISC)., An informal discussion is held with you, your child, and the person who filed the complaint. If all parties agree, your child might have to follow certain conditions. These could include curfews, counseling, community service, paying for items that were broken or taken, or other things that would aid in their rehabilitation. If the conditions are met, the case could be dismissed. The judge must approve any agreements. , Juveniles referees, . Trained court staff are hearing officers who conduct juvenile hearings and make recommendations to the judge about whether your child is delinquent. They might also recommend things like curfews, counseling, or community service. They cannot recommend detention. The judge will review the case and decide whether to approve their recommendation. You must tell the referee right away if you disagree with the recommendation they plan to send to the judge. , Hearing before a judge, . An "informal" hearing before a judge does not require a lawyer to be present. This is called “counsel non-mandatory.” A formal hearing is “counsel mandatory.” See the instructions above for how to get a lawyer in counsel mandatory hearings. In either type of case, the judge will decide whether your child is delinquent. If so, the judge can set conditions to aid in rehabilitation. Those could include Fines; Community service; Probation supervision; Probation Division FAQ brochure Learn about probation supervision Deferred (delayed) disposition; Confinement in a juvenile facility, Forms and Brochures, Directory of Superior Court Family Division Offices Directory of Family Division Offices – Find your local family division. Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings and Your Child - brochure Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings and Your Child Brochure (CN 11358)—Learn more about delinquency cases. Probation Division FAQ brochure Probation Division FAQ brochure —Learn more about New Jersey’s Probation Services, Is Your Family in Crisis?, Sometimes families need extra support when juveniles have problems beyond what they can handle. Families in crisis can call their Local juvenile family crisis intervention unit (FCIU), local juvenile family crisis intervention unit (FCIU), . FCIU is a 24-hour on-call service that responds to, de-escalates, and stabilizes juvenile family crises. The FCIU will become involved when there is a serious threat to the well-being and physical safety of a juvenile, a serious conflict between a parent/guardian and a juvenile, and situations involving runaways, human trafficking or other concerns.
- Other Opportunities, Become a Court Interpreter Are you bi-lingual, or trained in American Sign Language? Language Services Professional court interpreters play a critical role in helping litigants participate fully in the court system. The Judiciary provides an accreditation through a testing and training program. We also accept certified interpreters through a reciprocity arrangement. , Civil Service Commission, The Civil Service Commission website includes Civil Service Commission job announcements for public employment positions . , Municipal Court Jobs, There are more than 500 municipal courts staffed by municipal employees in New Jersey. Positions include full- and part-time municipal court administrators and violations clerks. Municipal Court Jobs Check these job listings frequently, as new positions are added often. , Become a Volunteer, Become a court volunteer, and make a difference in your community. Court volunteers help deliver vital court services and bridge the gap between the courts and the community. Volunteer Services Volunteer positions include greeters, mediators, children’s advocates, visitation supervisors, guardianship monitors, and much more.
- Benefits, Working for the NJ Judiciary offers the benefits of being a state employee. The following resources showcase available benefits., Competitive Salaries, NJ Judiciary offers competitive salaries for law clerks. The law clerk salaries for the 2025-2026 Court Term are: Supreme Court: $79,456 Superior Court Appellate Division: $72,540 Superior Court Assignment Judge: $66,508 Superior Court Chancery Division (General Equity): $66,508 Superior Court Law Division (Civil, Criminal and Family): $61,256 Tax Court: $61,256, Health Insurance Offering, All full-time state employees and judges are eligible for the State Health Benefits Program. The program includes options for health, dental, and prescription coverage. Visit the Treasury Department website Treasury Department website to discover the plans available., Public Employees' Retirement System, Full-time state employees are enrolled in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, with a few exceptions. Visit the Treasury Department's Division of Pensions and Benefits page Division of Pensions and Benefits page for more information., Federal Student Loan Forgiveness, Full-time state employees of 10 years or more can Student Loan Forgiveness apply for student loan forgiveness . The program only applies to direct federal student loans. It is part of the William D. For Federal Direct Loan Program., Deferred Compensation Plan, Working for the state empowers you to plan for your future on your terms. Full-time state employees can join the New Jersey State Employee Deferred Compensation Plan New Jersey State Employee Deferred Compensation Plan . It provides broad flexibility in contribution amounts and asset allocation. The plan offers options for both pre-tax contributions and Roth after-tax contributions., Supplemental Investments, In addition to the standard pension plan, state employees can invest even more into retirement. The Supplemental Annuity Collective Trust of New Jersey (SACT) allows you to defer income. The trust is a conservative stock market investment. Discover more information on the volunteer program Discover more information on the volunteer program., Tax Savings Programs, State employees can take advantage of two important tax savings plans. The Tax$ave plan lets you set aside pre-tax dollars to pay certain medical, dental, and dependent care costs. The Commuter Tax$ave plan lets you set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for mass transit and commuter parking expenses. You will not have to pay federal taxes on these funds. Tax Savings Plan Discover how to enroll in these plans ., College Savings Plan, Full-time state employees are eligible to join the College Savings Plan NJBest 529 College Savings Plan . A 529 plan allows your contributions to grow free from federal income tax. The plan is only eligible for post-secondary education.
- Employee Code of Conduct, Interviewed applicants should be advised that all Judiciary employees must abide by the Judiciary’s Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct consists of eight canons that every Judiciary employee is bound by, both on and off-duty. Two of the Judiciary’s canons that may impact a candidate’s decision to accept employment are Canon 5, which limits outside employment and activities and Canon 6, which prohibits political activity. A summary of both canons is below., Canon 5: Outside Employment and Other Activities:, As a Judiciary employee, your court-related duties will take precedence over all outside activities. In other words, the Judiciary reserves the right to approve or deny the participation in those activities. Specifically, it is important to note the following: Employees are required to notify the Judiciary of any outside employment. If it is deemed that the employment is a conflict with your position, the Judiciary can deny your request to work there. A few obvious examples of employment that are restricted are working with law enforcement agencies or lawyers’ offices. A less obvious example would be the dispensing of alcohol, which Judiciary employees are not permitted to do, such as being a bartender who only serves alcohol and does not serve food. Regardless of the position, outside employment work hours cannot conflict with your Judiciary hours of employment. Participation in civic groups and volunteer organizations are also subject to review and approval. An example of an activity that may be restricted as a part of your participation in one of these associations is fundraising. Publicly soliciting funds and/or other donations may put an employee in conflict with his or her Judiciary position., Canon 6: Political Activities:, Employees are not permitted to participate in any partisan political activities. This includes, but is not limited to: attending political functions, displaying political stickers on your car or political signs in front of your home, or voicing your political views on Facebook. This canon is in place to ensure that the Judiciary maintains its independence from political influence. Full Code of Conduct of Judiciary Employees, View the full Code of Conduct for Judiciary Employees
- Tell Us How We Are Doing, Take our survey and give us your feedback about your recent Superior Court or municipal court visit. Choose the Superior Court you visited. Complete the survey and save it to your computer. Email the survey to the Ombudsman Directory ombudsman in your county. The ombudsman helps the public learn about the court system. This helps build public trust and confidence in our courts. You can call or email your court ombudsman to ask questions, get forms, or find court offices. We also provide tours, seminars and educational programs about specific court topics. Court User Satisfaction Survey - Atlantic/Cape May Atlantic/Cape May County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Bergen Bergen County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Burlington Burlington County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Camden Camden County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Essex Essex County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Hudson Hudson County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Mercer Mercer County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Middlesex Middlesex County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Monmouth Monmouth County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Morris/Sussex Morris/Sussex County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Ocean Ocean County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Passaic Passaic County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren County Court User Satisfaction Survey - Union Union County
- Get Help, Call 911 in an emergency If you or someone you are with is in danger or having a physical or mental health crisis, call 911 right away., Statewide Call Center, The Judiciary’s statewide call center can help with general questions, technical issues, and attorney registration information. Call 609-421-6100 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. You can also Cisco Chat button chat with a live agent Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Reach out to your local courthouse, Call your Ombudsman Directory, local ombudsman, for general customer service questions. They can help you find a court office, government services, and other resources. They can answer questions about court procedures and give you forms and other information if you are representing yourself in court., Special Accommodations, Ask for ADA Title II accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) . Request an Request an Interpreter for a Court Event interpreter for your upcoming court hearing . , Find an attorney, You can use the Statewide Attorney Index Statewide Attorney Index to search for certified attorneys in your area. The NJ State Bar Association also maintains a County Bar Associations, list of county referral services, County Bar Associations, , that might be helpful. Do you qualify for free legal services? Legal Services of New Jersey maintains a directory of Legal Services Offices, regional legal services offices., They also have a LSNJLAW - Legal Services of NJ helpful website for dealing with many different legal issues., Find a Case, For Superior and Tax Court cases, there are several Find a Case publicly available case systems for looking up different types of cases including civil, criminal and disciplinary cases. Users might be required to create a free Judiciary login account to use some systems. You can also request Copies of Court Records copies of court records , including https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/superior-court-clerks-office/copies-court-records#toc-locating-divorce-records divorce records , from the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. Filings from a recent case can be requested from the https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/vicinages Superior Court where the case was heard. For the Appellate Division, check the https://www.njcourts.gov/courts/appellate#toc-calendars-and-locations calendars for upcoming cases , review Briefs from Argued Cases briefs of scheduled cases , watch Appellate Livestreams Appellate argument livestreams , and read Unpublished Appellate Court Opinions court opinions . For the Supreme Court, you can track Track Appeals Supreme Court appeals that have been added to the docket, watch New Jersey Supreme Court Webcast Supreme Court livestreaming , and read the Supreme Court Opinions Court’s opinions . , Child Support, Call 1-877-NJKiDS 1 (877-655-4371) for help with a child support matter., Report mistreatment, If you believe that you have been mistreated by court staff or court security personnel, you can Ombudsman Directory contact the ombudsman or the EEO/AA Staff Listing EEO office . You can report judicial misconduct to the ACJC Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct. You can report attorney misconduct to the Attorney Ethics and Discipline Office of Attorney Ethics. If you are seeking reimbursement from an attorney who has been found guilty of stealing money, contact the Lawyers Fund for Attorney Ethics Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection., Mental Health Resources, Find New Jersey Mental Health Resources resources for a wide range of mental health concerns , from emergencies to veterans’ assistance. , Tell us about your day in court, Complete a Tell Us How We Are Doing customer satisfaction survey . We will use your feedback to improve our services.
- News and Media, Read the latest news from the New Jersey Judiciary. , Judiciary Office of Communications, Communications and Community Relations, 609-815-2910 , Peter McAleer, , Director, Communications and Community Relations, MaryAnn Spoto, , Manager, Communications Stay informed! Create an account to receive notifications about Press Releases, Supreme Court Opinions, Notices to the Bar, and Emergency Closings. Find out what information is public under 1:38-Public Access To Court Records and Administrative Records Court Rule 1:38 and request court records. Are you seeking permission to Request for Permission to Photograph, Electronically Record or Broadcast a Court Proceeding record or take photos of a court event? View the Supreme Court Guidelines on Electronic Devices in the Courtroom Supreme Court Guidelines on Electronic Devices in court. Do you want to Copies of Court Records request court records ? You can also Publications Order Form order copies of some of our most popular brochures. View livestreams of New Jersey Supreme Court Webcast Supreme Court , Appellate Livestreams Appellate , NJ Courts Court Sessions Superior Court and election proceedings ., Please Note:, Court sessions, whether in-person or virtual, are solemn proceedings and should be treated as such. Observers of virtual court proceedings should remain on mute unless directed to speak by a judge or court staff. Interruptions to court proceedings, and comments or questions by observers at any time, will not be tolerated and may result in the loss of the right to observe remote court proceedings in the future., Press Releases, Search Apply Filters 2025 Oct. 29 Morris/Sussex Vicinage to Celebrate National Adoption Day 2025 Oct. 28 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces Third-Quarter Deadlines for Claims 2025 Oct. 27 ACJC Formal Hearing – In the Matter of Antonio Inacio, Judge of the Municipal Court 2025 Oct. 23 Ocean Vicinage to Host Attorney Admission Ceremony 2025 Oct. 16 Monmouth Vicinage to Hold Opening of Court Ceremony and Memorial Service 2025 Oct. 16 Tina DiNicola Appointed Trial Court Administrator for Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage 2025 Oct. 10 Superior Court Judges Available to Conduct General Election Hearings 2025 Oct. 8 Camden Recovery Court to Celebrate Graduation 2025 Oct. 6 Harriett Dickerson Named Assistant Director of Probation Services 2025 Oct. 2 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Nearly $315,000 in 11 Claims 2025 Aug. 27 Mercer Vicinage to Hold Opening of Court and Memorial Ceremony 2025 Aug. 19 ACJC Answer – In the Matter of Britt J. Simon, Judge of the Municipal Court 2025 Aug. 13 Camden Vicinage to Hold Opening of Court and Memorial Ceremony 2025 Aug. 12 ACJC Answer – In the Matter of Gary M. Price, Judge of the Municipal Court 2025 Aug. 5 Essex Vicinage to Hold Recovery Court Graduation 2025 July 29 ACJC Formal Complaint – In the Matter of Britt J. Simon, Judge of the Municipal Court 2025 July 25 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Awards Nearly $127,000 in 13 Claims 2025 July 24 ACJC Formal Complaint – In the Matter of Gary M. Price, Judge of the Municipal Court 2025 July 24 Superior Court Judge Steven J. Polansky Appointed to Lead Camden Vicinage 2025 July 21 Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection Announces Second-Quarter Deadlines for Claims Pagination 1 Go to page 2 2 Go to page 3 3 Go to last page 16 Last page Go to next page > Next page Showing 1 to 20 of 311 items