New Jersey S1358 increases penalties for assault and harassment against sports officials and participants.
New Jersey S1358 amends the state's criminal code to increase penalties for assault and harassment against sports officials and participants. The bill defines "sports official" as any person serving as a referee, umpire, coach, or similar role for a school or community-sponsored youth sports event. A person who commits simple assault against a sports official or participant is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree, punishable by a fine and potential exclusion from sports events. Aggravated assault against a sports official or participant is a crime of the third degree.
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