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NJ A4200
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol Murphy
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AI Summary
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Adds strict liability for drug-induced deaths (N.J.S.A. 2C:35-9) to the list of crimes eligible for victim compensation through the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO)
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Authorizes VCCO to order compensation payments to dependents of deceased victims when someone dies from injection, inhalation, or ingestion of controlled dangerous substances
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Requires that a defendant must be charged with strict liability for drug-induced death before compensation can be ordered
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Strict liability for drug-induced deaths is a first-degree crime applying to anyone who manufactures, distributes, or dispenses controlled dangerous substances resulting in death
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Amends P.L.1971, c.317 (C.52:4B-11), which governs victims of crime compensation eligibility
Legislative Description
Authorizes VCCO to make payments to dependents of deceased victims in cases of strict liability for drug-induced deaths.
Public Safety and Preparedness
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
2/19/2026