A4274

Directs referral of certain persons under 18 for determination of status as socially or economically disadvantaged youth.

Introduced·2/19/26
Introduced Text

Directs referral of certain persons under 18 for determination of status as socially or economically disadvantaged youth.

New Jersey A4274 amends the state's prostitution laws to ensure that a person under the age of 18 is not considered to commit an act of juvenile delinquency for conduct that would be a violation of prostitution laws if committed by an adult. Instead, law enforcement must refer these individuals to the Department of Children and Family Services for a determination of whether they are "socially or economically disadvantaged youth." This bill aims to address situations where disadvantaged youth are taken into custody for conduct stemming from their social or economic background, environment.

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Where it stands

Current
Children, Families and Food Security Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 19

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee