A403

Establishes affirmative defense to prosecution for any crime committed by victim of human trafficking under certain circumstances.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A403 establishes an affirmative defense for victims of human trafficking charged with certain crimes.

New Jersey A403 establishes an affirmative defense for individuals charged with crimes under Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes if they were victims of human trafficking at the time of the alleged offense and the crime was a direct result of their trafficking. The bill also includes provisions for fines, restitution, and the suspension of licenses for convicted offenders. Additionally, it creates a rebuttable presumption that children under 18 charged with certain offenses were victims of human trafficking.

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Where it stands

Current
Aging and Human Services Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee