Newton. Former Sussex County Commissioner Bill Hayden’s court case was adjourned while attorneys pursue pretrial intervention that could dismiss a third-degree charge alleging he falsely claimed veteran status on a 2019 tax return to receive an improper exemption.

10 Feb 2026 | 09:55

Former Sussex County Commissioner Bill Hayden’s Feb. 9 Superior Court appearance in Newton was adjourned to allow more time for the parties to agree on a pretrial intervention that would result in the charge against him being dropped if he meets specific conditions.

“An application for pretrial intervention...