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Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree in New jersey

crime of the fourth degreeCurrent through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree is a crime of the fourth degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:36-3. As a crime of the fourth degree, 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:36-3.

What is the penalty for distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree in New jersey?

Penalties for Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prisonup to 18 months (no statutory minimum) (first-offender presumption of non-incarceration may apply (2C:44-1(e), carve-outs))discretionaryN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6
Fineup to 10000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3))discretionaryN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6

Applies to current.

Common questions about distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree in New jersey

What degree of offense is distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree in New Jersey?

Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree is a crime of the fourth degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:36-3.

What are the penalties for distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree in New Jersey?

As a crime of the fourth degree, distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree carries up to 18 months (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).

Which New Jersey statute covers distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree?

Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:36-3 (Distribute, dispense or possess with intent to distribute or manufacture, crime of fourth degree).

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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.