New Jersey A2778 requires prosecutors to assess the risk of re-offense for sex offenders under Megan's Law before their release from incarceration.

New Jersey A2778 amends Megan's Law to mandate that county prosecutors evaluate the risk of re-offense for sex offenders prior to their release from incarceration. This change addresses the current practice where many offenders are not assessed until after their release, as their residence is a factor considered in risk determination. The bill outlines three levels of notification based on the risk assessment, with the Attorney General developing guidelines for these evaluations and notifications.

New Jersey A2778 requires prosecutors to assess the risk of re-offense for sex offenders under Megan's Law before their release from incarceration.

New Jersey A2778 amends Megan's Law to mandate that county prosecutors evaluate the risk of re-offense for sex offenders prior to their release from incarceration. This change addresses the current practice where many offenders are not assessed until after their release, as their residence is a factor considered in risk determination. The bill outlines three levels of notification based on the risk assessment, with the Attorney General developing guidelines for these evaluations and notifications.