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Motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New jersey
Motor vehicle title offenses, grading is a criminal offense under New jersey law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8. Its classification is not fixed: New jersey assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8.
What is the penalty for motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 18 months (no statutory minimum) (General violation of chapter 10, Title 39 (no specific penalty provided) — Applies when a person purposely or knowingly violates a provision of chapter 10 of Title 39 and no specific penalty is otherwise provided in that chapter or this section.; 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) (General violation of chapter 10, Title 39 (no specific penalty provided) — Applies when a person purposely or knowingly violates a provision of chapter 10 of Title 39 and no specific penalty is otherwise provided in that chapter or this section.; or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3)) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Jail / prison | 3 years to 5 years (Enumerated title fraud violations (misrepresentation, forgery, wrongful use, etc.) — Applies when a person purposely or knowingly commits any of the five enumerated acts (misrepresentation/false statement in title papers, purchasing/receiving a vehicle on a violative title, forging or altering title papers, misrepresenting a manufacturer's number or vehicle description, or using title papers on/for a wrong vehicle with intent to evade the law).; first-offender presumption of non-incarceration may apply (2C:44-1(e), carve-outs)) | presumptive | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to 15000 usd (no statutory minimum) (Enumerated title fraud violations (misrepresentation, forgery, wrongful use, etc.) — Applies when a person purposely or knowingly commits any of the five enumerated acts (misrepresentation/false statement in title papers, purchasing/receiving a vehicle on a violative title, forging or altering title papers, misrepresenting a manufacturer's number or vehicle description, or using title papers on/for a wrong vehicle with intent to evade the law).; or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
Applies to current.
How is motor vehicle title offenses, grading classified in New jersey?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| General violation of chapter 10, Title 39 (no specific penalty provided) | crime of the fourth degree | Applies when a person purposely or knowingly violates a provision of chapter 10 of Title 39 and no specific penalty is otherwise provided in that chapter or this section. | N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8undefined |
| Enumerated title fraud violations (misrepresentation, forgery, wrongful use, etc.) | crime of the third degree | Applies when a person purposely or knowingly commits any of the five enumerated acts (misrepresentation/false statement in title papers, purchasing/receiving a vehicle on a violative title, forging or altering title papers, misrepresenting a manufacturer's number or vehicle description, or using title papers on/for a wrong vehicle with intent to evade the law). | N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8undefined |
Common questions about motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New jersey
What degree of offense is motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New Jersey?
It depends on the circumstances: motor vehicle title offenses, grading ranges from a crime of the fourth degree to a crime of the third degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8.
General violation of chapter 10, Title 39 (no specific penalty provided): crime of the fourth degree (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8) · Enumerated title fraud violations (misrepresentation, forgery, wrongful use, etc.): crime of the third degree (N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8)
What are the penalties for motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New Jersey?
Penalties for motor vehicle title offenses, grading in New Jersey depend on how it is classified — from a crime of the fourth degree up to a crime of the third degree — with the ranges set by N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which New Jersey statute covers motor vehicle title offenses, grading?
Motor vehicle title offenses, grading is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:21-4.8 (Motor vehicle title offenses, grading).
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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.