New Jersey Statutes > Title 2C > Chapter 6 – Persons Accused of Minor Offenses
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§ 2C:6-1 | Persons accused of minor offenses |
Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes > Title 2C > Chapter 6 - Persons Accused of Minor Offenses
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.