New Jersey A719 clarifies that the statute of limitations is tolled until a match between crime scene evidence and suspect's DNA is confirmed.

New Jersey A719 amends the statute of limitations for certain offenses to clarify that the time period does not begin until the State possesses both the physical evidence and the suspect's DNA or fingerprint evidence, and a match has been confirmed. This applies to specific crimes involving DNA or fingerprint evidence. The bill ensures that the statute of limitations is tolled until these conditions are met, aligning with the interpretation of the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v. Thompson. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New Jersey A719 clarifies that the statute of limitations is tolled until a match between crime scene evidence and suspect's DNA is confirmed.

New Jersey A719 amends the statute of limitations for certain offenses to clarify that the time period does not begin until the State possesses both the physical evidence and the suspect's DNA or fingerprint evidence, and a match has been confirmed. This applies to specific crimes involving DNA or fingerprint evidence. The bill ensures that the statute of limitations is tolled until these conditions are met, aligning with the interpretation of the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v. Thompson. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.