How to search New Jersey court records
New Jersey runs a single statewide case-lookup system, so one search — with the name spelled correctly — reaches courts across the entire state. There's no charge and no account required — results are visible to anyone who searches.
statewide free criminal data
Open the official New Jersey portal →
What's actually there
Civil case search is free and open. Criminal case detail is more restricted.
Other official lookups for New Jersey
Federal cases filed in New Jersey
State portals don't cover federal court. If the case you're looking for might be a federal criminal prosecution, civil suit, or bankruptcy, use CourtRecordsFree's live federal search — it queries CourtListener/RECAP directly and isn't limited to any one state.
Search tips
- Try both "Last, First" and "First Last" — courts index names inconsistently.
- Middle initials and suffixes (Jr., III) often matter for common names.
- A date of birth or case number is the only reliable way to confirm you found the right person.
- An arrest or charge shown in a docket is not a conviction — read the disposition.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to search New Jersey court records online?
Yes. New Jersey's statewide search is free to use, with no account or subscription required.
Does this include criminal records?
Yes. New Jersey's portal includes criminal case records alongside civil cases, subject to the sealing and expungement rules described below.
Does one search cover the whole state?
New Jersey runs one statewide system, so a single search covers the whole state.
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