NJ S933

Amends N.J.S.2C:29-3 to expand the "hindering apprehension or prosecution" statute to include hindering the deportation of aliens unlawfully present in the United States

Creates a fourth-degree crime for harboring or concealing an undocumented immigrant when the person knows the immigrant has an outstanding arrest warrant or immigration warrant issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine

Applies the same prohibitions to assisting with escape, suppressing evidence, warning of impending discovery, obstructing apprehension efforts, or giving false information to law enforcement regarding undocumented immigrants with warrants

Establishes an affirmative defense for undocumented immigrants who hinder their own apprehension if they were victims of human trafficking during the alleged offense

Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session, sponsored by Senator Michael L. Testa, Jr. (District 1) and co-sponsored by Senator Space