NJ A4290

Establishes the "New Jerseyans' Right to Monitor Act," granting individuals not under arrest or in custody the right to record law enforcement officers performing their duties using any device capable of capturing audio, video, or written notes.

Prohibits law enforcement officers from interfering with lawful recording, including preventing recording, threatening recorders, commanding them to stop, or seizing/destroying recording equipment without court approval.

Allows individuals to bring civil actions for violations, with available remedies including damages, punitive damages, injunctive relief, and recovery of attorney's fees and expert fees.

Requires lawsuits to be filed within three years of the alleged violation and provides an affirmative defense for officers who had probable cause to arrest the recorder for obstruction.

Preserves all existing constitutional rights and federal remedies under 42 U.S.C. §1983, with this state law serving as an additional protection rather than a replacement.