Welcome to the Federal Public Defender - District of New Jersey

The purpose of this website is to provide information for clients and their families, CJA Panel attorneys, and other criminal defense attorneys, about federal criminal practice issues that affect them. The site also aims to be useful to others interested in the administration of criminal justice in the federal courts, and in recent developments in criminal practice.

This information is not intended to constitute legal advice, and should not be used as a substitute for advice from a qualified attorney.

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