A363

Increases penalty and establishes presumption of pretrial detention for persons who commit carjacking and theft by deception in certain circumstances.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A363 increases penalties and establishes a presumption of pretrial detention for carjacking and theft by deception.

New Jersey A363 amends existing laws to increase penalties for carjacking and theft by deception of a motor vehicle. The bill imposes a fine of up to $10,000 for carjacking if the vehicle was not recovered and its value exceeds $5,000 at the time of the crime. It also increases penalties for theft by deception against a minor, subjecting the offender to fines and imprisonment for child endangerment.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee