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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 …
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General Jury Information … On This Page … Body … ADA Accommodation Requests and Information … If an ADA accommodation or ASL interpreter is needed for your summons date and you would like additional information on the types of accommodations offered or …
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Civil Motion Calendar … Instructions … First-time users must register with the New Jersey Courts to search civil mediators, civil motion calendars, and discovery end dates. After logging in, please proceed to the “Find a Case – Public Access” tile and …
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Collecting Money in a Civil Case … On This Page … Body … Collecting a Judgment … If you were awarded a judgment in civil court, you are a judgment creditor. You should contact the person who owes you the money, the judgment debtor, to talk about payment. …
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Civil Practice Division … The Civil Practice Division develops and implements policies and best practices to advance the goals and mission of the Judiciary in the civil part, special civil part, general equity and probate part matters. The office supports …
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Adult Probation Supervision … On This Page … Probation is a court sentence that allows certain clients to stay in the community under the supervision of a probation officer. Probation Services also Juvenile Probation Supervision supervises juveniles who …
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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 … , …
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Guide to Completing Appeals Forms … The Appellate Division of Superior Court reviews cases from trial courts, the Tax Court, and state agencies. The How to Appeal a Trial Court, Tax Court, or State Agency Decision Self-Help Kit How to Appeal a Trial …
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Appeals … An appeal is a request that a higher court revers or modify some part of a lower court decision. The appellant needs to show the higher court that the lower court made a mistake in applying the law. Generally, new evidence cannot be introduced …
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Videoconference Instructions … New Jurors should check their county's reporting page ( Reporting Information | NJ Courts Reporting Information | NJ Courts ) to determine if they need to report virtually or in-person. Jurors reporting virtually will be …
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Civil eCourts Access for Self-Represented Litigants … You can request direct access to your case in the eCourts system if you do not have a lawyer. Direct access lets you see confidential records and real-time updates on case filings and court …
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Elder Justice … Older adults could face increased risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. They might also face issues with housing, domestic violence, or consumer fraud. Elderly persons deserve equal justice. Get valuable resources for ensuring justice …
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Recovery Courts … Recovery courts are a successful and cost-effective way solution to address non-violent crime related to drug and alcohol dependency. Defendants in recovery court get the help they need to break their addictions. They can receive …
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Filing Fees/Fee Waivers - Child Support and Custody … Fees for filing in FD (non-dissolution) cases. … Filing Fees and Fee Waivers … To file an FD case with Non-dissolution "FD" Case - How to file a non-divorce application for custody, child/spousal …
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Family Courts: Child Abuse, Kinship, and Adoption … Information on adoption, children-in-court matters, and kinship/legal guardianship. … On This Page … Body … Child Abuse and Neglect … The Division of Child Protection and Permanency (CP&P) must …
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Argument Schedule … Not all appeals include oral argument. Visit our Appellate Division home page to see Appellate Division Calendars and Locations all upcoming appeals . Briefs are available online if those documents are not sealed. Read the Notice – …
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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 …
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Judge Directories … The following directories provide contact information for judges in the New Jersey Courts. Find the correct directory below. List of Directories for Judges in the New Jersey Courts Assignment Judges and Trial Court Administrators …
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Emergent Hearings … You can request an Emergent Hearing with the court for urgent issues of a child's safety. … Order to Show Cause … Asking the court for an emergency remedy must be the only way to prevent immediate harm. Use the following form, which …
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Supreme Court Committee on Access and Fairness … The Supreme Court Committee on Access and Fairness works to ensure the courts provide equal justice for all. … On This Page … Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Access and Fairness … Supreme Court Advisory …