NJ A932

Creates the "Abuse Intervention Program Advisory Committee" within the Department of Children and Families to oversee court-ordered domestic violence counseling programs

Requires court-ordered domestic violence counseling programs to include risk assessments identifying escalating risk factors, offender accountability measures, and education on power and control dynamics

Mandates programs establish attendance protocols and reporting mechanisms to support court review of defendant noncompliance

Committee membership includes representatives from the Administrative Office of the Courts, Department of Corrections, Department of Human Services, domestic violence advocates, mental health professionals, and faith community leaders

Department of Children and Families must select an evidence-based Batterers' Intervention Program model in consultation with the committee and fund selected programs subject to available funds