New Jersey A294 creates a third degree crime for gang assault, defined as causing bodily injury with intent while aided by two or more others.

New Jersey A294 establishes the crime of gang assault as a third degree offense. This crime occurs when a person, with intent to cause bodily injury to another, causes such injury while aided by two or more others present. The bill defines "bodily injury" as physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition. A conviction for gang assault carries a penalty of three to five years imprisonment, a fine up to $15,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New Jersey A294 creates a third degree crime for gang assault, defined as causing bodily injury with intent while aided by two or more others.

New Jersey A294 establishes the crime of gang assault as a third degree offense. This crime occurs when a person, with intent to cause bodily injury to another, causes such injury while aided by two or more others present. The bill defines "bodily injury" as physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition. A conviction for gang assault carries a penalty of three to five years imprisonment, a fine up to $15,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.