NJ A2975

Upgrades stalking from a fourth-degree crime to a third-degree crime when the stalker installs or uses electronic monitoring devices or computer programs on the victim's cellular phone or wireless mobile device to intercept communications or track location

Fourth-degree stalking carries penalties of up to 18 months imprisonment and fines up to $10,000, while the upgraded third-degree offense carries 3-5 years imprisonment and fines up to $15,000

Applies when stalkers use such technology to intercept any form of communication, acquire stored electronic communications, or obtain the victim's location information

Amends the existing stalking statute (P.L.1992, c.209) to address the misuse of communication and location monitoring technology that is often preinstalled or easily downloadable on mobile devices