NJ A3520

Adds a 15th mitigating factor allowing courts to consider whether defendants were victims of domestic violence or substantial physical, sexual, or psychological abuse that contributed to their conviction, excluding murder and sex offenses requiring registration

Establishes reduced sentencing ranges when this mitigating factor applies: first-degree crimes (5-10 years instead of standard range), second-degree (3-5 years), third-degree (up to 18 months), fourth-degree (up to 6 months), and non-indictable offenses (probation or conditional discharge)

Creates a resentencing process for currently incarcerated individuals convicted before the bill's effective date who were abuse victims, allowing courts to modify, reduce, or suspend sentences including mandatory minimums

Requires the Commissioner of Corrections to notify eligible incarcerated persons of their right to petition for resentencing, and mandates the Administrative Office of Courts to develop application forms available in at least five languages

Directs the Administrative Office of Courts to develop judicial training on implementing the law and report annually on the number of resentencing applications received, considered, granted, and denied