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NJ A2433
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tennille McCoy
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AI Summary
- Upgrades stalking from a fourth-degree crime to a third-degree crime when the offender uses electronic devices, computer programs, or tracking software installed on the victim's cellular phone or wireless mobile device to monitor communications or location
- Fourth-degree stalking carries penalties of up to 18 months imprisonment and fines up to $10,000, while third-degree stalking carries 3-5 years imprisonment and fines up to $15,000
- Applies when monitoring programs or devices are used to intercept communications, access stored electronic communications, or acquire the victim's location information
- Amends New Jersey's existing stalking statute (P.L.1992, c.209) to address the increased availability and misuse of tracking technology in stalking cases
- Sponsored by Assemblywoman Tennille R. McCoy (District 14) and Assemblyman Jay Webber (District 26), pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session
Legislative Description
Upgrades crime of stalking when stalking activity is carried out or assisted by installation or use of communication or location monitoring program or device on cellular phone or wireless mobile device.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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