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NJ A520
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Auth
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AI Summary
- Knowingly or willfully making a false child abuse report becomes a third-degree crime, punishable by 3-5 years imprisonment and/or fines up to $15,000
- Courts may assess an additional civil penalty of up to $10,000 against those convicted of making false reports
- Civil penalty funds are directed to the State Treasurer for use by the Department of Children and Families
- The offense applies to false reports made under New Jersey's existing child abuse reporting statute (C.9:6-8.10)
Legislative Description
Creates offense of making false child abuse report; permits assessment of penalty.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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