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NJ A272
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Michele Matsikoudis
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AI Summary
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Amends N.J.S.2C:1-6 to add human trafficking (C.2C:13-8) to the list of crimes that have no statute of limitations for prosecution
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Currently, human trafficking prosecutions must commence within five years of the offense; this bill would allow prosecution at any time
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Joins other offenses already exempt from time limitations, including murder, manslaughter, sexual assault, and certain environmental crimes
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Applies to all human trafficking offenses not yet barred from prosecution under the existing statute of limitations as of the bill's effective date
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Eliminates statute of limitations for prosecution of human trafficking crimes.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/9/2024