NJ S3279

Clarifies that crime victims have the right to make an in-person statement directly to the defendant about the crime's impact at any trial, hearing, or proceeding where a victim impact statement is given

The defendant must be present for the victim's statement unless the court finds the defendant incapable of attending due to physical incapacity, injury, or illness

Amends P.L.1985, c.249 (N.J.S.A. 52:4B-36), which establishes the rights of crime victims and witnesses in New Jersey

This right to address the defendant directly is in addition to the existing right to make statements to the sentencing court and to submit written statements for presentence reports