NJ A4476

Authorizes courts to temporarily detain defendants who are arrested for violating pretrial release conditions or for committing a new crime while on release, upon motion by a prosecutor

Requires the Pretrial Services Program to prepare a risk assessment with release recommendations when a defendant on pretrial release is arrested on a complaint-warrant for a new offense

Mandates courts to issue a pretrial release decision for temporarily detained defendants following standard procedures under existing law

Maintains the existing standard requiring clear and convincing evidence that no bail or conditions would ensure court appearance, public safety, or prevent obstruction of justice before revoking release

Implements Recommendation #22 from the Report of Reconvened Joint Committee on Criminal Justice Reform issued June 7, 2023