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Traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation in New jersey
Traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation is a disorderly persons offense under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:17-3.1. 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:17-3.1.
What is the penalty for traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation 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 traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation in New jersey
Is traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation a crime in New Jersey?
What are the penalties for traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation in New Jersey?
As a disorderly persons offense, traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation 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 traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation?
Traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:17-3.1 (Traffic sign, signal damage, removal, violation).
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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.