New Jersey S1978 establishes a penalty for not declaring possession of a hypodermic needle or syringe during a lawful search or stop.

New Jersey S1978 makes it a disorderly persons offense to possess an undeclared hypodermic needle or syringe during a lawful search or investigatory stop, requiring declaration before physical contact with law enforcement. This offense carries a potential penalty of up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New Jersey S1978 establishes a penalty for not declaring possession of a hypodermic needle or syringe during a lawful search or stop.

New Jersey S1978 makes it a disorderly persons offense to possess an undeclared hypodermic needle or syringe during a lawful search or investigatory stop, requiring declaration before physical contact with law enforcement. This offense carries a potential penalty of up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.