Upgrades stalking crime to third degree if victim is under 18.

This bill amends New Jersey's stalking law to upgrade the crime to a third degree if the victim is less than 18 years old. A third degree crime carries a potential prison term of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The definition of stalking includes a course of conduct that causes a reasonable person to fear for their safety or suffer emotional distress. The change does not apply to conduct during organized group picketing.

Upgrades stalking crime to third degree if victim is under 18.

This bill amends New Jersey's stalking law to upgrade the crime to a third degree if the victim is less than 18 years old. A third degree crime carries a potential prison term of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The definition of stalking includes a course of conduct that causes a reasonable person to fear for their safety or suffer emotional distress. The change does not apply to conduct during organized group picketing.