A361

Increases penalties for motor vehicle theft; authorizes home detention for minors.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A361 increases penalties for motor vehicle theft and authorizes home detention for minors.

New Jersey A361 elevates the crime of motor vehicle theft to a second degree crime, increasing potential penalties. The bill also allows courts to order home detention for minors convicted of motor vehicle theft, with specific exceptions for necessary activities. Additionally, it mandates that courts hear cases involving minors within 48 hours of arrest for motor vehicle theft, unlawful taking, or carjacking.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee