Politics & Government
Local Justice: Decisions in Municipal Court
The Municipal Court handled three criminal cases arising in Berkeley Heights. New Providence had no criminal dispositions.
In State v. Kelly R. Boccandutre, of Pittstown, the State charged defendant with possession of drug paraphernalia. The Court granted a conditional discharge. The Court imposed a one year term of probation and also imposed $800 in fines, costs, and surcharges.
In State v. Mathias A. Fernandez, of Elizabeth, the State charged defendant with possession of marijuana. The Court granted a conditional discharge. The Court imposed a one year term of probation and also imposed $800 in fines, costs, and surcharges.
In State v. Mohammed E. Hassan, of Califon, the State charged defendant with possession of marijuana. The defendant pleaded guilty. The Court imposed a $500 fine, $30 in costs, and $675.00 in surcharges.
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The convenes every other Thursday in the New Providence Municipal Center, located at 360 Elkwood Ave. The next court date is October 6, 2011.
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