Welcome to the New Jersey Courts — Municipal Courts is an official website of the New Jersey Judiciary. It provides information and resources related to the New Jersey Municipal Courts, including court locations, local court rules, court forms, and court contacts. The website also offers information about the court system, legal rights and responsibilities, and filing for an appeal. There are three types of Municipal Courts in New Jersey: the Central Municipal Court, the Special Civil Part Municipal Court, and the Special Criminal Part Municipal Court. The Central Municipal Court is the main court of the Municipal Court system and is the court of original jurisdiction for all cases in the Municipal Court. The Special Civil Part Municipal Court hears civil matters, while the Special Criminal Part Municipal Court hears criminal matters. The New Jersey Courts — Municipal Courts website provides users with up-to-date information on the court system, as well as resources for those who are seeking legal assistance.