New Jersey § 2c:1-11
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2c:1-11.
When conduct constitutes an offense within the concurrent jurisdiction of this State
and of the United States, a prosecution in the District Court of the United States
is a bar to a subsequent prosecution in this State under the following circumstances: a. The first prosecution resulted in an acquittal or in a conviction, or in an improper
termination as defined in section 2C:1-9 and the subsequent prosecution is based on the same conduct, unless (1) 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 (2) the offense for which the defendant is subsequently
prosecuted is intended to prevent a substantially more serious harm or evil than the
offense of which he was formerly convicted or acquitted or (3) the second offense
was not consummated when the former trial began; or b. The former prosecution was terminated, after the information 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 offense of which the defendant is subsequently prosecuted.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2c:1-11
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-11 cover?
Section 2c:1-11 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:1-11?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2c:1-11" (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:1-11 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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