The Supreme Court in the attached April 20, 2023 Order has vacated unpaid probation supervision fees totaling more than $7 million
The Court's action concludes nonproductive involvement with the criminal justice system for more than 31,000 adults no longer subject to probation supervision, thus supporting reintegration into and contribution to society for adults throughout New Jersey. The Court's April 20, 2023 Order does not affect requirements to pay restitution or mandatory penalties.
Adults of color are more likely to be sentenced to probation supervision and subject to court-related fines and fees, including presumptive supervision fees that can be waived by the court. Continued efforts to collect such waivable fees perpetuates a non-rehabilitative burden on people who have concluded any term of probation supervision. The Court's action eliminates that barrier in furtherance of ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for courtinvolved members of our communities.
Questions on the Court's Order should be directed to Director of Probation Services Brenda Beacham at Brenda.Beacham@njcourts.gov.
Document Date: April 26, 2023
Publish Date: April 27, 2023