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NJ A110

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Al Barlas

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle without owner consent would be upgraded from a fourth degree crime to a third degree crime, punishable by 3-5 years imprisonment and fines up to $15,000
  • Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle in a manner creating risk of injury or property damage would be upgraded from a third degree crime to a second degree crime, punishable by 5-10 years imprisonment and fines up to $150,000
  • The affirmative defense that the actor reasonably believed the owner would have consented remains available
  • Passengers who knowingly enter and ride in a vehicle taken without consent would remain charged with a fourth degree crime (unchanged)
  • Amends N.J.S.2C:20-10 and takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Increases degree of crime for unlawful taking of motor vehicle.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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