A4861

"Sexual Assault Victims' Rights Act"; requires victim notification concerning termination of obligation to register as sex offender and release from parole supervision for life; concerns restraining orders for victim of sex offense.

Introduced·5/4/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A4861 mandates victim notification for sex offenders released from parole supervision or removed from the sex offender registry.

New Jersey A4861, known as the "Sexual Assault Victims' Rights Act," requires the prosecuting agency to notify any identifiable victim when a sex offender's obligation to register is terminated or they are released from parole supervision for life. The bill also mandates that courts issue restraining orders for victims of sex offenses upon request, prohibiting the defendant from contacting the victim. Additionally, it outlines conditions for parole supervision, including restrictions on internet use and unmanned aircraft systems.

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Current
Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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History

May 4

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee