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NJ S2863
Bill
Status
Passed
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Angela Mcknight
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AI Summary
- Creates a new crime of reckless discharge of a firearm using live ammunition unlawfully or without lawful purpose in New Jersey
- First offense is a disorderly persons offense (up to 6 months imprisonment, $1,000 fine); second offense is a fourth-degree crime (up to 18 months, $10,000 fine); third or subsequent offense is a third-degree crime (3-5 years, $15,000 fine)
- Charges are elevated by one degree if the violation occurs within 100 yards of an occupied structure, school, college, university, school bus, or child care facility
- Convictions under this law cannot merge with other related convictions, and multiple sentences must run consecutively
- Lawful self-defense is an affirmative defense to prosecution under this statute
Legislative Description
Establishes crime of reckless discharge of firearm.
Withdrawn Because Approved
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.364.
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Law and Public Safety1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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