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Events
At the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (NJOPD), we are not only committed to providing legal representation to those who cannot afford it, but also to engaging directly with communities across the state. Our work extends beyond the courtroom.
Through a growing series of community events, we hope to bring our knowledge, services, and advocacy directly to the people who need it most. These events include:
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Expungement Clinics – This free service connects eligible individuals with attorneys who can provide legal insight into their specific situations, helping them begin the process of clearing their criminal records.
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Pardons and Clemency Workshops – At these workshops, attendees can learn more about how to apply for a pardon or clemency, gain deeper insights into what the process involves, and discuss their concerns with knowledgeable professionals.
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Community Forums – These informative sessions covering legal rights, public defender services, and systemic justice issues that will help individuals become more informed advocates for themselves and their communities.
Our community events are designed to help New Jersey residents better understand their rights, access important legal resources, and take steps toward a better future. Whether you’re seeking help with your record or just want to learn more about your rights and the legal system, our team is here for you.
Interested in an expungement event in your neighborhood? Contact events@opd.nj.gov
Interested in determining your eligibility for an expungement? Consult our expungement pamphlet.
Upcoming Expungement Clinics
- Expungement Clinic Flyer - Thursday, July 16, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Congregational Baptist Church - 399 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ 07103
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Expungement Clinic Flyer (Mas informacion en Espanol) - Friday, July 17, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Union Baptist Church - 31 Conger Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
- Register here
- Expungement Clinic Flyer - Tuesday, July 21, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: UVSO Building - 40 Richelieu Terrace, Newark, NJ 07106
- Register here
- Expungement Clinic Flyer - Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Garden State Equality - 308 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
- Register here
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Upcoming August Events:
- Tuesday, August 19, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: St Phillips Baptist Church - 445 Parkinson Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610
- Register here
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Islamic Center of Passaic County - 152 Derrom Avenue, Paterson, NJ 07504
- Register here
Upcoming September Events:
- Expungement Clinic Flyer - Thursday, September 24, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Calvary Baptist Church - 10 Martin Luther King Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
- Register here
Upcoming October Events:
- Expungement Clinic Flyer - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Garden State Equality - 308 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
- Register here
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Past Events:
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: St. Phillips Baptist Church - 445 Parkinson Avenue @ Saint Phillips Drive, Hamilton, NJ 08610
- Tuesday, June 9, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: The B.E.A.T. Center - 1769 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753
- Tuesday, June 2, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens - 771 Somerset Street, Somerset, NJ 08873
- Wednesday, May 27, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Mt. Zion AME Church - 630 East Front Street, Plainfield, NJ 07060
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Phillipsburg Envision Center - 535 Fisher Avenue, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
- Thursday, April 16, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Second Baptist Church - 93 Liberty Street, Long Branch, NJ 07740
- Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Red Bank Senior Center - 80 Shrewsbury Avenue, Red Bank, NJ 07701
- Friday, April 10, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Location: Community Baptist Church of Englewood - 224 First Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Thursday, March 26, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Congregational Baptist Church - 399 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ 07103
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 25, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Garden State Equality - 308 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
- Wednesday, January 28, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: 55 Ludlow Street, Newark 07114
- Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: 308 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
- Friday, January 9, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: 506 Sickler Avenue, Sicklerville, NJ 08081
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