New jersey criminal charge
Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort in New jersey
Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort is a crime of the third degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:37-4. As a crime of the third 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:37-4.
What is the penalty for maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort in New jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 3 years to 5 years (first-offender presumption of non-incarceration may apply (2C:44-1(e), carve-outs)) | presumptive | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to 15000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort in New jersey
What degree of offense is maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort in New Jersey?
Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort is a crime of the third degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:37-4.
What are the penalties for maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort in New Jersey?
As a crime of the third degree, maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort carries 3 years to 5 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $15,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).
Which New Jersey statute covers maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort?
Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:37-4 (Maintenance of a gambling resort or online gambling resort).
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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.