how many times can a court case be postponed in NJ before it is dismissed?

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how many times can a court case be postponed in NJ before it is dismissed?

2006-10-25 08:19:43 · 2 answers · asked by Torrie N 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics

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There is nothing in the law that limits the number of continuances. It is entirely at the discretion of the judge. It depends a lot on who requested the continence. If the prosecution has made repeated requests, most judges will dismiss the case.

2006-10-25 08:31:03 · answer #1 · answered by kidd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It's only dismissed when the judge says it is.

2006-10-25 15:26:59 · answer #2 · answered by Babs B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋