NJ A3926

Prohibits public and private entities in New Jersey from collecting, retaining, converting, storing, or sharing biometric identifier information unless clear notice is posted at every common entryway about the biometric surveillance system in use.

Biometric identifier information includes data from facial recognition, iris/retina scans, voice recognition, fingerprint, and palm recognition technologies used to identify individuals.

First-time violations carry a $5,000 civil penalty; second and subsequent violations carry $10,000 penalties, collected by the Attorney General.

Five or more violations occurring on separate days within a 30-day period constitute a fourth-degree crime (up to $10,000 fine and 18 months imprisonment); subsequent violations after conviction become third-degree crimes (up to $15,000 fine and 3-5 years imprisonment).

Takes effect on the first day of the sixth month following enactment.