Criminal Justice Reform: Understanding the Pretrial Detention Process in NJ- Criminal Defense Lawyer

Noteworthy changes have occurred in New Jersey to the bail and pretrial detention process that will implicate many prospective defendants whose cases are heard in New Jersey courts. Previously, the system in New Jersey had detention hearings and a cash bail system. This fundamental shift will enable many prospective defendants to have access to pre-trial release subject to certain conditions. 

In this video, Bob and David discuss the recent changes governed by N.J.S.A. 2A: 162-15 that could potentially impact your upcoming case.