S.1318

Creates New Jersey Innocence Study and Review Commission.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the New Jersey Innocence Study and Review Commission to study wrongful convictions and recommend reforms.

The New Jersey Innocence Study and Review Commission is established to study and review all aspects of criminal cases involving wrongful conviction in New Jersey. The Commission will identify the main causes of wrongful conviction, study existing research, review cases, and recommend reforms to reduce future wrongful convictions. It will also examine the system of restitution for wrongfully convicted persons and recommend the establishment of a permanent innocence review panel.

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Judiciary Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee