New Jersey § 2c:1-10
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-10, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2c:1-10.
A prosecution of a defendant for a violation of a different provision of the statutes
or based on different facts than a former prosecution is barred by such former prosecution
under the following circumstances: a. The former prosecution resulted in an acquittal or in a conviction as defined in section 2C:1-9 and the subsequent prosecution is for: (1) Any offense of which the defendant could have been convicted on the first prosecution;
or (2) Any offense for which the defendant should have been tried on the first prosecution
under section 2C:1-8 unless the court ordered a separate trial of the charge of such offense; or (3) The same conduct, unless (a) the offense of which the defendant was formerly convicted
or acquitted and the offense for which he is subsequently prosecuted each requires
proof of a fact not required by the other and the law defining each of such offenses
is intended to prevent a substantially different harm or evil, or (b) the second offense
was not consummated when the former trial began. b. The former prosecution was terminated, after the complaint was filed or the indictment
found, by an acquittal or by a final order or judgment for the defendant which has
not been set aside, reversed or vacated and which acquittal, final order or judgment
necessarily required a determination inconsistent with a fact which must be established
for conviction of the second offense. c. The former prosecution was improperly terminated, as improper termination is defined
in section 2C:1-9 , and the subsequent prosecution is for an offense of which the defendant could have
been convicted had the former prosecution not been improperly terminated. d. Nothing in this section shall bar the disposition of a nonindictable complaint
after disposition of an indictable offense except as required by the Federal and State
constitutions.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2c:1-10
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-10 cover?
Section 2c:1-10 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 2c:1-10?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-10" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 2c:1-10 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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