New jersey criminal charge
Criminal simulation in New jersey
Criminal simulation is a crime of the fourth degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-2. As a crime of the fourth degree, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range New jersey sets for that offense class. New jersey sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-2.
What is the penalty for criminal simulation in New jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 18 months (no statutory minimum) (first-offender presumption of non-incarceration may apply (2C:44-1(e), carve-outs)) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to 10000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3)) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about criminal simulation in New jersey
What degree of offense is criminal simulation in New Jersey?
Criminal simulation is a crime of the fourth degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-2.
What are the penalties for criminal simulation in New Jersey?
As a crime of the fourth degree, criminal simulation carries up to 18 months (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).
Which New Jersey statute covers criminal simulation?
Criminal simulation is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-2 (Criminal simulation).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.