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NJ S333

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Douglas Steinhardt

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands agricultural trespass to include entering lands on foot, by non-motorized vehicle, or using any equipment, not just motorized vehicles or horseback—written permission from the landowner is required for any entry.

  • Removes the requirement to prove "knowing or reckless" conduct; any unauthorized entry or property damage now constitutes trespass regardless of intent.

  • Broadens protected "lands" to include appurtenant woodlands contiguous to farms of at least five acres, and land used for storing agricultural equipment.

  • Maintains civil penalties of at least $100 for basic trespass, with enhanced penalties of at least $1,000 plus attorney fees for motorized vehicle/equipment use or property damage.

  • Requires landowners to post conspicuous no-trespass notices only for waters listed for fish stocking in the State Fish and Game Code before violations can be found on those banks or waters.

Legislative Description

Revises elements of offense of agricultural trespass, expands number and type of activities constituting agricultural trespass, and expands definition of "lands" susceptible to agricultural trespass.

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Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Growth1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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