NJ A4191

Creates a third degree crime for residential burglary when a person enters the dwelling of a domestic violence victim who is protected by a final restraining order against the perpetrator

Establishes a rebuttable presumption that the person intended to cause injury or commit a crime if a final restraining order exists or if the actor has been convicted of or charged with domestic violence-related offenses involving the victim

Removes the presumption of non-imprisonment for persons convicted under this provision, meaning incarceration is more likely to be imposed

Third degree crimes in New Jersey carry penalties of 3-5 years imprisonment, fines up to $15,000, or both