NJ A1211

Amends New Jersey's wiretapping law (P.L.1968, c.409) to require all parties to consent before a private citizen can record a telephone call or other conversation, changing New Jersey from a "one-party consent" to an "all-party consent" state.

Law enforcement exceptions remain unchanged; officers may still intercept communications when they are a party to the conversation or have prior approval from the Attorney General or county prosecutor.

Violation of the wiretapping law is a third-degree crime punishable by 3-5 years imprisonment, a fine up to $15,000, or both.

New Jersey would join 11 other states that currently require all-party consent for recording conversations.

Takes effect 90 days following enactment.