New Jersey A361 increases penalties for motor vehicle theft and authorizes home detention for minors.

New Jersey A361 elevates the crime of motor vehicle theft to a second degree crime, increasing potential penalties. The bill also allows courts to order home detention for minors convicted of motor vehicle theft, with specific exceptions for necessary activities. Additionally, it mandates that courts hear cases involving minors within 48 hours of arrest for motor vehicle theft, unlawful taking, or carjacking.

New Jersey A361 increases penalties for motor vehicle theft and authorizes home detention for minors.

New Jersey A361 elevates the crime of motor vehicle theft to a second degree crime, increasing potential penalties. The bill also allows courts to order home detention for minors convicted of motor vehicle theft, with specific exceptions for necessary activities. Additionally, it mandates that courts hear cases involving minors within 48 hours of arrest for motor vehicle theft, unlawful taking, or carjacking.