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NJ S554
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
James Beach
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AI Summary
- Amends New Jersey's Open Public Records Act to classify personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses as confidential and exempt from public disclosure
- Protected information includes name, home/work addresses, phone/fax numbers, social security number, driver's license number, email address, and social media addresses
- Defines "violent crime" as any crime involving force or the threat of force
- Removes existing provision that made victim names, addresses, and ages automatically available as public record following an arrest
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits release of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under State's open public records law.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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