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Home invasion burglary defined in New jersey

crime of the first degreeCurrent through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

Home invasion burglary defined is a crime of the first degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.1. As a crime of the first 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:18-2.1.

What is the penalty for home invasion burglary defined in New jersey?

Penalties for Home invasion burglary defined
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison10 years to 20 years (presumption of imprisonment (2C:44-1(d)))presumptiveN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6
Fineup to 200000 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

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Common questions about home invasion burglary defined in New jersey

What degree of offense is home invasion burglary defined in New Jersey?

Home invasion burglary defined is a crime of the first degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.1.

What are the penalties for home invasion burglary defined in New Jersey?

As a crime of the first degree, home invasion burglary defined carries 10 years to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $200,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).

Which New Jersey statute covers home invasion burglary defined?

Home invasion burglary defined is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.1 (Home invasion burglary defined).

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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.