New Jersey A333 makes desecration of military monuments a third-degree crime.

New Jersey A333 amends the state's criminal code to elevate the offense of desecrating military monuments to a third-degree crime. This bill defines desecration as defacing, damaging, or polluting a military monument, which is any monument erected to honor members of the armed forces or to commemorate past military actions or battles. Previously, such acts were considered disorderly persons offenses. The change in classification reflects the severity of the offense, aiming to protect and respect military heritage. This act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New Jersey A333 makes desecration of military monuments a third-degree crime.

New Jersey A333 amends the state's criminal code to elevate the offense of desecrating military monuments to a third-degree crime. This bill defines desecration as defacing, damaging, or polluting a military monument, which is any monument erected to honor members of the armed forces or to commemorate past military actions or battles. Previously, such acts were considered disorderly persons offenses. The change in classification reflects the severity of the offense, aiming to protect and respect military heritage. This act takes effect immediately upon enactment.