Increases penalty for harboring or concealing certain sex offenders.
New Jersey A835 increases penalties for harboring or concealing sex offenders who have not complied with Megan's Law registration requirements. The bill mandates a minimum term of imprisonment without parole eligibility for those who knowingly aid such offenders. The period of parole ineligibility varies based on the severity of the offense, ranging from one to three years. The bill also raises the crime degree for certain actions, such as providing false information to law enforcement, to ensure more stringent penalties.
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