Constitution · New Jersey

N.J. Const. art. I, ¶ 10

Constitution
Constitution of New Jersey
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October 2026

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In all criminal prosecutions the accused shall have the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury; to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor; and to have the assistance of counsel in his defense.

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