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NJ S3302
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kristin Corrado
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AI Summary
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County prosecutors in New Jersey must reside in the county where they are appointed to serve throughout their entire term of office
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The residency requirement continues until a qualified successor is appointed and takes office
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Amends N.J.S.2A:158-1, which governs the appointment of county prosecutors by the governor with Senate confirmation
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County prosecutors serve 5-year terms and must be attorneys admitted to practice in New Jersey for at least 5 years
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Sponsored by Senator Kristin M. Corrado (District 40) and introduced February 2, 2026
Legislative Description
Establishes requirement that county prosecutor reside in county of appointment during term of appointment and until qualified successor is appointed.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
2/2/2026