New jersey criminal charge
Possession of a gambling device in New jersey
Possession of a gambling device is a disorderly persons offense under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:37-7. 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:37-7.
What is the penalty for possession of a gambling device 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 possession of a gambling device in New jersey
Is possession of a gambling device a crime in New Jersey?
Possession of a gambling device is a disorderly persons offense in New Jersey, which is not a crime under the New Jersey Constitution (N.J.S.A. 2C:1-4) — it carries no criminal record and is heard in municipal court. Governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:37-7.
What are the penalties for possession of a gambling device in New Jersey?
As a disorderly persons offense, possession of a gambling device 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 possession of a gambling device?
Possession of a gambling device is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:37-7 (Possession of a gambling device).
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.