NJ A719

Amends N.J.S.2C:1-6 to clarify that the statute of limitations for crimes involving DNA or fingerprint evidence does not begin running until a confirmed match exists between crime scene physical evidence and the suspect's DNA or fingerprint evidence.

Responds to the New Jersey Supreme Court's interpretation in State v. Thompson, which held that the limitation period begins when the State possesses both evidence samples, regardless of whether a match has been confirmed.

Applies to prosecutions where physical evidence identifies the perpetrator through DNA testing or fingerprint analysis, allowing more time for cases where evidence exists but has not yet been matched to a suspect.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment and would apply to the 222nd Legislature session beginning in 2026.