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NJ A2590
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carmen Morales
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AI Summary
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Creates "MarcAnthony's Law" establishing new crimes for using a stolen or defaced firearm to injure a law enforcement officer: a first-degree crime for serious bodily injury and a second-degree crime for bodily injury
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Upgrades the penalty for defacing a firearm from a third-degree crime to a second-degree crime
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Upgrades the penalty for possessing a defaced firearm from a fourth-degree crime to a third-degree crime
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Clarifies that a firearm is not considered "defaced" if it is refinished, rusted, or damaged from ordinary wear and tear, provided it was not used in a crime
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Specifies that convictions under this law shall not merge with other offenses the defendant intended to commit, allowing for separate sentences
Legislative Description
Establishes "MarcAnthony's Law;" criminalizes use of defaced or stolen firearm to injure police officer; enhances penalties for defacing firearm.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/13/2026