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NJ S3335
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shirley Turner
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AI Summary
- Upgrades stalking from a fourth degree crime to a third degree crime when the victim is under 18 years old
- Third degree crimes in New Jersey carry penalties of 3-5 years imprisonment, fines up to $15,000, or both
- Stalking is defined as repeatedly maintaining visual/physical proximity, following, monitoring, observing, surveilling, threatening, or communicating to or about a person in ways that cause reasonable fear or emotional distress
- The bill amends P.L.1992, c.209 (N.J.S.A. 2C:12-10), New Jersey's existing stalking statute
- Sponsored by Senator Shirley K. Turner (District 15) and introduced February 5, 2026
Legislative Description
Upgrades crime of stalking when victim is less than 18 years old.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/5/2026
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