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NJ A1385

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ellen Park

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the statute of limitations for prosecuting theft of a firearm from 5 years to 10 years after the offense is committed
  • Theft of a firearm is currently a third-degree crime punishable by 3-5 years imprisonment, a fine up to $15,000, or both
  • The extended 10-year limitation applies only to offenses committed on or after the bill's effective date
  • Offenses committed before the effective date remain subject to the previous 5-year statute of limitations
  • Amends N.J.S.2C:1-6, which governs time limitations for criminal prosecutions in New Jersey

Legislative Description

Increases statute of limitations for prosecution of theft of firearm.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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