A2761

Requires Division of Parole to establish residency restrictions for certain sex offenders.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2761 mandates the Division of Parole to set residency restrictions for certain sex offenders, prohibiting them from living within 500.

New Jersey A2761 requires the Division of Parole to establish statewide residency restrictions for certain sex offenders, prohibiting them from residing within 500 feet of elementary or secondary schools, child care centers, or playgrounds. Exceptions apply if the offender is serving a sentence at a correctional facility or mental health facility within 500 feet of such properties, if the property was established after the offender's residence, or if the Parole Board determines a needs-based exception is necessary.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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Sponsors

DDD
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee