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NJ S3335

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shirley Turner

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

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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