New Jersey bill mandates dismissal of unresolved municipal court charges over five years old, excluding municipal ordinance violations.

The New Jersey bill requires the Supreme Court to dismiss unresolved charges, complaints, and arrest warrants from municipal courts that have been pending for five years or more. This applies to specific offenses such as simple assault, disorderly conduct, and possession of small amounts of marijuana. The bill excludes violations of municipal ordinances. Additionally, it mandates the Administrative Office of the Courts to conduct studies on the feasibility of expanding certain municipal court programs and on a surrender program for non-violent offenders.

New Jersey bill mandates dismissal of unresolved municipal court charges over five years old, excluding municipal ordinance violations.

The New Jersey bill requires the Supreme Court to dismiss unresolved charges, complaints, and arrest warrants from municipal courts that have been pending for five years or more. This applies to specific offenses such as simple assault, disorderly conduct, and possession of small amounts of marijuana. The bill excludes violations of municipal ordinances. Additionally, it mandates the Administrative Office of the Courts to conduct studies on the feasibility of expanding certain municipal court programs and on a surrender program for non-violent offenders.