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NJ A1381

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ellen Park

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Lowers the age threshold for third-degree cyber-harassment of a minor from 21 years old to 18 years old

  • Removes the requirement that an adult must impersonate a minor to face enhanced charges; any adult 18+ who cyber-harasses a minor now qualifies

  • Third-degree cyber-harassment carries a penalty of 3-5 years imprisonment, a fine up to $15,000, or both

  • Amends P.L.2013, c.272 (N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4.1), New Jersey's existing cyber-harassment statute

Legislative Description

Broadens statute that criminalizes cyber-harassment of minor.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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