Upgrades crime of stalking to third degree if victim is less than 18 years old.

This bill amends the definition of stalking in New Jersey to upgrade the crime from a fourth degree to a third degree if the victim is less than 18 years old. A third degree crime carries a potential prison sentence of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The bill specifies that stalking involves a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for their safety or suffer emotional distress. The change applies to stalking committed against a minor, enhancing penalties to reflect the severity of such crimes.

Upgrades crime of stalking to third degree if victim is less than 18 years old.

This bill amends the definition of stalking in New Jersey to upgrade the crime from a fourth degree to a third degree if the victim is less than 18 years old. A third degree crime carries a potential prison sentence of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The bill specifies that stalking involves a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for their safety or suffer emotional distress. The change applies to stalking committed against a minor, enhancing penalties to reflect the severity of such crimes.