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NJ S3542

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shirley Turner

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a three-year Gun Court Pilot Program in the Superior Court in Mercer County, New Jersey, to handle criminal cases involving guns or other dangerous weapons
  • Assigns judges with extensive knowledge and experience in criminal law, procedure, and sentencing, particularly related to violent crime
  • Places administration of the program under the Administrative Office of the Courts
  • Requires reports to the Legislature at 12 months after the program begins and within six months after expiration, evaluating impact on sentencing, court workload, and program effectiveness
  • Takes effect on the first day of the third month after enactment and automatically expires after three years

Legislative Description

Establishes a Gun Court Pilot Program in Mercer County.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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