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Controversial OPIA prosecutor sent to insurance fraud office

Source: New Jersey Globe · Jul 20, 2026, 10:31 PM

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Jeffrey Manis, a prosecutor at the New Jersey Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) whose tenure has been marked by controversy, has been reassigned to work in the insurance fraud office.

The move represents a significant personnel shift within state law enforcement agencies.

Key points

  • Jeffrey Manis reassigned from OPIA to insurance fraud prosecutor role
  • Manis had a controversial record at the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability
  • The reassignment reflects internal changes in New Jersey's state prosecution offices
  • Insurance fraud office receives new deputy prosecutor with OPIA background

FAQ

Who is Jeffrey Manis?
Jeffrey Manis is a New Jersey prosecutor who previously worked at the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) and has been reassigned to serve as a deputy insurance fraud prosecutor.
What was controversial about Manis's tenure at OPIA?
While the source indicates Manis was a controversial figure during his time at OPIA, specific details about the controversies are not provided in the available excerpt.

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