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NJ A5786
Bill
Status
Introduced
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Heather Simmons
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AI Summary
- Lowers the age threshold for automatic excuse from jury service from 75 years old to 70 years old in New Jersey
- Individuals who qualify for an excuse are permitted to serve on a jury if they choose, but are not required to do so
- Amends N.J.S.2B:20-10, which governs the grounds for excuse from jury service
- Other existing grounds for excuse remain unchanged, including prior jury service within three years, severe hardship, volunteer firefighter status, and volunteer first aid/rescue squad membership
Legislative Description
Excuses person 70 years of age or older from jury service.
Aging and Human Services
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Aging and Human Services Committee6/16/2025
Full Bill Text
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