NJ S4595

Creates the Office of State Police Affairs as an independent office within (but not under the control of) the Department of Treasury, headed by a Governor-appointed director serving a five-year term with Senate confirmation

Grants the director supervisory authority over the Superintendent of State Police, including power to oversee appointments, promotions, and removals of State Police officers

Authorizes the office to receive and investigate criminal complaints and misconduct allegations against Division of State Police officers, with subpoena power to compel testimony and documents

Requires review of all State Police internal affairs investigations and equal employment opportunity complaints to ensure compliance with procedures, evidence-supported outcomes, and appropriate discipline

Mandates that all criminal complaints against State Police officers be managed, investigated, and prosecuted by the office, with appointed attorneys having full county prosecutor powers to bring charges and represent the State in court