Do I need a notary for the Notice of Tort Claim?

No. The form is signed and dated by the claimant or person filing on the claimant’s behalf; it does not specify a notarized or sworn attachment.

How do I submit the Notice of Tort Claim?

Forward the completed form to the City Clerk for the City of Trenton at City Hall, 319 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08608.

What supporting documents does the form request?

The form lists itemized bills for claimed expenses, expert and treating-physician reports, witness reports or statements, and employer verification of lost wages. Self-employed claimants should provide a calculation of lost income.

When does the form say to file a tort claim?

The form says it must be filed within 90 days of the accident or occurrence, or you may forfeit your rights.

Trenton, MT · Mercer County

No notary required

Notice of Tort Claim

This form lets a person submit a claim for damages against the City of Trenton and provide details about the incident and claimed losses.

What this form is

Use this form to present a claim for damages against the City of Trenton. The document says it must be filed within 90 days of the accident or occurrence and asks for claimant details, incident information, the type and amount of loss, and insurance information. It also lists supporting materials to submit, including bills, reports, witness statements, and employer verification when applicable.

Who needs it

A person seeking damages from the City of Trenton for an accident or occurrence should complete and file this claim form.

How to submit it

Forward the completed form to the City Clerk for the City of Trenton, City Hall, 319 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08608. Questions about claims may be directed to the Department of Administration at 609-989-3078.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the claimant or person filing on the claimant’s behalf signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Notice of Tort Claim PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Provide claimant details, describe the occurrence, and answer the questions about damages, losses, and insurance.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include applicable bills, reports, witness statements, and employer verification or a self-employment income calculation.
4
Submit To The City
Forward the completed form and supporting materials to the City Clerk at the address stated on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Notice of Tort Claim?: No. The form is signed and dated by the claimant or person filing on the claimant’s behalf; it does not specify a notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Notice of Tort Claim?: Forward the completed form to the City Clerk for the City of Trenton at City Hall, 319 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08608.
What supporting documents does the form request?: The form lists itemized bills for claimed expenses, expert and treating-physician reports, witness reports or statements, and employer verification of lost wages. Self-employed claimants should provide a calculation of lost income.
When does the form say to file a tort claim?: The form says it must be filed within 90 days of the accident or occurrence, or you may forfeit your rights.

Need something notarized?

This Notice of Tort Claim doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Trenton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.