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N.J. Ct. R. 3:22-3
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Rule 3:22-3 Exclusiveness of Remedy; Not Substitute for Appeal or Motion

Rule 3:22 — Post Conviction Relief

Rule Text

Except as otherwise required by the Constitution of New Jersey, a petition pursuant to this rule is the exclusive means of challenging a judgment rendered upon conviction of a crime. It is not, however, a substitute for appeal from conviction or for motion incident to the proceedings in the trial court, and may not be filed while such appellate review or motion is pending.

Amendment history: Source -- R.R. 3:10A-3; amended July 16, 2009 to be effective September 1, 2009.