Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
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New Jersey Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set forth the time period within which the state must commence a case for a crime. Learn about the statute of limitation periods for criminal cases in New Jersey.
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New Jersey Disorderly Persons Offenses by Class and Sentences
In New Jersey, crimes are not categorized as felonies and misdemeanors but as indictable crimes, disorderly persons offenses, and petty disorderly persons offenses. Learn what charges for disorderly persons offenses can mean.
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New Jersey Indictable Offenses by Class and Sentences
Indictable offenses in New Jersey are most similar to other states’ felonies, which generally carry the possibility of more than one year’s incarceration. Learn more about penalties for indictable offenses and what's at stake.
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Expunging or Sealing Adult Criminal Records in New Jersey
Learn more about New Jersey's expungement laws from eligibility requirements and wait periods to clean slate expungement provisions.
Drug Possession and Sale
Drug Possession and Sale
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in New Jersey
New Jersey has several laws that spell out which kinds of drugs are illegal, and how much time behind bars you can get for possessing them.
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Learn about New Jersey’s laws and penalties for marijuana possession, cultivation, and sales.
Theft-Related Crimes
Theft-Related Crimes
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New Jersey Theft Laws and Penalties
Theft crimes quickly add up to indictable offenses in N.J. Learn how N.J. classifies and punishes theft offenses.
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Burglary and Criminal Trespass in New Jersey
A person who commits burglary or trespass in New Jersey can face prison time and hefty fines. Learn more about these crimes and their penalties.
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How does New Jersey punish auto theft, joyriding, and other vehicle crimes?
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
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Cyberbullying and Cyber-Harassment Laws in New Jersey
A person who commits cyberbullying or cyber-harassment in New Jersey can face serious criminal penalties, including sizable fines and significant incarceration time.
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Simple and Aggravated Assault Laws in New Jersey
In New Jersey, an assault occurs when a person injures or attempts to injure another person without legal justification. Assault can be charged as either a simple assault or an aggravated assault.
Gun and Weapon Laws
Gun and Weapon Laws
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Stun Gun and Taser Laws in New Jersey
Most adults in New Jersey can legally own a stun gun, but state law still limits their possession and use.
Sex Crimes
Sex Crimes
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New Jersey Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Learn how New Jersey handles teen sexting cases, including possible criminal charges, diversion options, and sex offender registration requirements.
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Revenge Porn Laws in New Jersey
New Jersey makes revenge porn an indictable offense under its criminal invasion of privacy law.
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Prostitution, Pimping, and Pandering Laws in New Jersey
While most acts of prostitution are disorderly person offenses, many other prostitution crimes are indictable offenses.
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Transmitting an STD in New Jersey
New Jersey repealed its HIV-criminal-transmission law, but criminal charges are still possible for engaging in reckless conduct that puts another at risk of contracting an STD.
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New Jersey Statutory Rape Laws
Statutes governing New Jersey's age of consent, associated criminal charges, available defenses, and penalties for conviction.
