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N.J. Ct. R. 3:19-2
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Rule 3:19-2 Acquittal by Reason of Insanity
Rule 3:19 — Verdict
Rule Text
If a defendant interposes the defense of insanity and is acquitted after trial on that ground, the verdict and judgment shall so state.
The procedure for disposition of the defendant shall be as provided by N.J.S.A. 2C:4-8 and 2C:4- 9 and by R. 4:74-7, except that in the case of defendants acquitted of murder by reason of insanity all hearings pursuant to R. 4:74-7(e) shall be in open court unless good cause is shown for a hearing in camera.
Amendment history: Source-R.R. 3:7-9(e); amended August 28, 1979 to be effective September 1, 1979; amended July 14, 1992 to be effective September 1, 1992.