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NJ A2316

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Luanne Peterpaul

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a three-year Integrated Domestic Violence Court pilot program in Camden, Essex, Hudson, and Middlesex counties, administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts
  • Allows courts to consolidate domestic violence cases with related divorce, child custody, family court matters, criminal offenses, juvenile offenses, and restraining order violations under the "one family, one judge" model
  • Requires judges assigned to the program to have extensive knowledge of domestic violence law, family law, criminal procedure, and criminal sentencing
  • Mandates the Administrative Office of the Courts to report to the Legislature 12 months after program organization and within six months after expiration, evaluating effectiveness and recommending continuation or expansion
  • Amends the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991 to integrate references to the Integrated Domestic Violence Court throughout existing statutory procedures for restraining orders and contempt proceedings

Legislative Description

Establishes three-year Integrated Domestic Violence Court pilot program in Camden, Essex, Hudson, and Middlesex counties.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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