NJ A563

Amends N.J.S.2C:30-2 to ensure official misconduct involving disclosure of a domestic violence or sexual assault victim's personal information is always classified as a second degree crime, regardless of the monetary value of the benefit involved

Under current law, official misconduct is a third degree crime when the benefit is $200 or less; this bill removes that downgrade for cases involving victim information disclosure

Second degree crime carries 5-10 years imprisonment and fines up to $150,000, compared to third degree penalties of 3-5 years and fines up to $15,000

Defines "personal information" to include name, signature, social security number, address, telephone number, passport number, driver's license number, license plate number, employment history, and financial information

Applies to public servants who knowingly commit unauthorized acts or refrain from performing duties with intent to benefit themselves or others, or to injure or deprive another of a benefit