New jersey criminal charge
Disrupting meetings and processions in New jersey
Disrupting meetings and processions is a disorderly persons offense under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:33-8. As a disorderly persons offense, 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:33-8.
What is the penalty for disrupting meetings and processions in New jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 6 months (no statutory minimum) (not a crime under the NJ Constitution (2C:1-4); municipal court) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-8 |
| Fine | up to 1000 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-8 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about disrupting meetings and processions in New jersey
Is disrupting meetings and processions a crime in New Jersey?
What are the penalties for disrupting meetings and processions in New Jersey?
As a disorderly persons offense, disrupting meetings and processions carries up to 6 months (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-8 (current).
Which New Jersey statute covers disrupting meetings and processions?
Disrupting meetings and processions is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:33-8 (Disrupting meetings and processions).
Legal terms used in this law
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.