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Residential burglary defined in New jersey

crime of the second degreeCurrent through 2026 New Jersey legislative session

Residential burglary defined is a crime of the second degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.2. As a crime of the second 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:18-2.2.

What is the penalty for residential burglary defined in New jersey?

Penalties for Residential burglary defined
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison5 years to 10 years (presumption of imprisonment (2C:44-1(d)))presumptiveN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6
Fineup to 150000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed)discretionaryN.J.S.A. 2C:43-6

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Common questions about residential burglary defined in New jersey

What degree of offense is residential burglary defined in New Jersey?

Residential burglary defined is a crime of the second degree in New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.2.

What are the penalties for residential burglary defined in New Jersey?

As a crime of the second degree, residential burglary defined carries 5 years to 10 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $150,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).

Which New Jersey statute covers residential burglary defined?

Residential burglary defined is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:18-2.2 (Residential burglary defined).

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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.