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Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property in New jersey

crime of the third degreeCurrent through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property is a crime of the third degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-7. As a crime of the third 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:35-7.

What is the penalty for distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property in New jersey?

Penalties for Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison3 years to 5 years (first-offender presumption of non-incarceration may apply (2C:44-1(e), carve-outs))presumptiveN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6
Fineup to 15000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed)discretionaryN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6

Applies to current.

Common questions about distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property in New jersey

What degree of offense is distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property in New Jersey?

Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property is a crime of the third degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-7.

What are the penalties for distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property in New Jersey?

As a crime of the third degree, distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property carries 3 years to 5 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $15,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).

Which New Jersey statute covers distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property?

Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-7 (Distribution on or within 1,000 feet of school property).

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.