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NJ A1443
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Robert Karabinchak
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AI Summary
- Amends N.J.S.2C:51-2 to establish formal procedures for disqualifying individuals from public office or employment when convicted of crimes "involving or touching" their public position
- Requires courts to enter disqualification orders at the same time as forfeiture orders when a public official is convicted of a qualifying offense in New Jersey state court
- For convictions under federal law or other states' laws, county prosecutors or the Attorney General must apply to a Superior Court judge designated by the Chief Justice for a disqualification order
- Disqualification orders based on out-of-state or federal convictions take effect retroactively to the date of the guilty verdict or guilty plea
- Directs the Administrative Office of the Courts to establish and maintain a central registry of all persons subject to disqualification orders under this statute
Legislative Description
Establishes procedures for disqualification from public office or employment upon conviction of certain crimes; creates registry.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/9/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/9/2024
Full Bill Text
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