New Jersey PRE Trial Instructions are the written instructions given by a judge to parties in a criminal or civil case prior to the start of a trial. These instructions are designed to ensure that all parties understand the procedures for the trial and their respective roles. They typically include the scope of the trial, the roles of the attorneys, the rules of evidence, and the responsibilities of the jury. There are three types of New Jersey PRE Trial Instructions: Pre-Trial Conference Instructions, Void Dire Instructions, and Jury Instructions. Pre-Trial Conference Instructions are provided to the parties prior to the start of trial, and include general information about the trial and the roles of the attorneys and the judge. Void Dire Instructions are provided to the jury prior to the selection of jurors, and include the rules of evidence and the responsibilities of the jury. Jury Instructions are provided to the jury after the selection of jurors, and cover the applicable laws and the legal standards for determining a verdict.