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NJ S4638

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Raj Mukherji

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a three-year Integrated Domestic Violence Court pilot program in Superior Courts in Camden, Essex, Hudson, and Middlesex counties, administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts

  • Allows courts to refer domestic violence cases to the IDV Court when they also involve divorce, child custody, family court matters, related criminal offenses, juvenile offenses, or restraining order applications and violations

  • Requires judges assigned to the IDV Court to have extensive knowledge of domestic violence law, family law, criminal procedure, and criminal sentencing

  • Mandates the Administrative Office of the Courts to submit reports evaluating the pilot program's effectiveness at 12 months and within six months after expiration, with recommendations on whether to continue or expand the program

  • Takes effect on the first day of the fourth month after enactment and expires three years after the effective date

Legislative Description

Establishes three-year Integrated Domestic Violence Court pilot program in Camden, Essex, Hudson, and Middlesex counties.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

6/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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