New Jersey legal term
Actor in New Jersey Criminal Law
Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session
In New Jersey criminal law, “Actor” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the New Jersey criminal code.
What does “Actor” mean in New Jersey criminal law?
"Actor" includes, where relevant, a person guilty of an omission; f. (N.J.S.A. 2C:1-14)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- Assault
- Bail jumping; default in required appearance
- Criminal mischief
- Degree of crime; penalties; restitution; liability to owner of property
- Hazing
- Hindering apprehension or prosecution
- Implements for escape; other contraband
- Lewdness
- Obstructing administration of law or other governmental function
- Prostitution and related offenses
- Tampering with public records or information
- Arson and related offenses
Related terms in the same statutes
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