Establishes mandatory penalties for committing burglary and theft during a state of emergency in New Jersey.

This bill amends the "Disaster Control Act" to establish additional mandatory penalties for committing theft, robbery, or burglary during an emergency. Specifically, it mandates a six-month term of imprisonment or community service for those who commit such acts during an emergency. These penalties are in addition to any other penalties for the crimes under New Jersey law. The bill clarifies that penalties can be imposed during an ongoing emergency.

Establishes mandatory penalties for committing burglary and theft during a state of emergency in New Jersey.

This bill amends the "Disaster Control Act" to establish additional mandatory penalties for committing theft, robbery, or burglary during an emergency. Specifically, it mandates a six-month term of imprisonment or community service for those who commit such acts during an emergency. These penalties are in addition to any other penalties for the crimes under New Jersey law. The bill clarifies that penalties can be imposed during an ongoing emergency.