New jersey criminal charge
Wrongful discharge of employee in New jersey
Wrongful discharge of employee is a disorderly persons offense under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:40A-3. 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:40A-3.
What is the penalty for wrongful discharge of employee 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 wrongful discharge of employee in New jersey
Is wrongful discharge of employee a crime in New Jersey?
What are the penalties for wrongful discharge of employee in New Jersey?
As a disorderly persons offense, wrongful discharge of employee 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 wrongful discharge of employee?
Wrongful discharge of employee is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:40A-3 (Wrongful discharge of employee).
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.