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Rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey
Rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder is a criminal offense under New Jersey law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14. Its classification is not fixed: New Jersey assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14.
What is the penalty for rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 10 years to 20 years (Not eligible for special probation - crime of the first degree — A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the first degree is not eligible for special probation under this section.; presumption of imprisonment (2C:44-1(d))) | presumptive | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to $200,000 (Not eligible for special probation - crime of the first degree — A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the first degree is not eligible for special probation under this section.; or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Jail / prison | 5 years to 10 years (Special probation with residential commitment - crime of the second degree — A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the second degree who is placed on special probation must be committed to a residential substance use disorder treatment facility.; presumption of imprisonment (2C:44-1(d))) | presumptive | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Special probation with residential commitment - crime of the second degree — A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the second degree who is placed on special probation must be committed to a residential substance use disorder treatment facility.; 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.
How is rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder classified in New Jersey?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not eligible for special probation - crime of the first degree | Crime of the First Degree | A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the first degree is not eligible for special probation under this section. | N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14undefined |
| Special probation with residential commitment - crime of the second degree | Crime of the Second Degree | A person convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for a crime of the second degree who is placed on special probation must be committed to a residential substance use disorder treatment facility. | N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14undefined |
Common questions about rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey
What degree of offense is rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey?
It depends on the circumstances: rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder ranges from a Crime of the Second Degree to a Crime of the First Degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14.
Not eligible for special probation - crime of the first degree: Crime of the First Degree (N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14) · Special probation with residential commitment - crime of the second degree: Crime of the Second Degree (N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14)
What are the penalties for rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey?
Penalties for rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder in New Jersey depend on how it is classified — from a Crime of the Second Degree up to a Crime of the First Degree — with the ranges set by N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which New Jersey statute covers rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder?
Rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-14 (Rehabilitation program for persons with a substance use disorder).
Legal terms used in this law
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.