NJ A4372

Requires mandatory pretrial detention for defendants charged with first or second degree crimes who have prior indictable offense convictions, unless evidence beyond a reasonable doubt shows release conditions would ensure court appearance and public safety.

Establishes a tiered detention system based on crime severity and criminal history: first-time offenders charged with third or fourth degree crimes may be released with appropriate conditions, while repeat offenders face presumptive detention.

Creates a rebuttable presumption of pretrial detention for all first and second degree crimes when prosecutors file a detention motion, shifting the burden to defendants to prove safe release conditions exist.

Mandates detention for defendants charged with second degree crimes (with prior convictions) or third/fourth degree crimes (with two or more prior convictions) unless courts find clear and convincing evidence supporting release.

Expands prosecutor authority to seek pretrial detention for any first or second degree crime, removing the previous limitation that restricted detention motions to specific enumerated offenses.