The order in which cases are called is controlled by the New Jersey Court Rules. Cases are generally called in the following order:

  • Requests for postponements Arraignments (Advising Defendants of rights/penalties)
  • Guilty pleas
    • Where Defendant is represented by a lawyer.
    • Where the Defendant is not represented by a lawyer
  • Not guilty pleas
    • Where Defendant is represented by a lawyer.
    • Where the Defendant is not represented by a lawyer