S.1539

Makes public officers or employees convicted of certain crimes or found at fault in certain civil actions liable and subject to pension garnishment for public legal expenses and illegally obtained funds.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Public officers or employees convicted of certain crimes or found at fault in civil actions are liable for public legal expenses and pension.

New Jersey S1539 makes public officers or employees convicted of certain crimes or found at fault in civil actions liable for public legal expenses and pension garnishment. Specifically, those convicted of crimes involving their office or employment must repay the Attorney General, county prosecutor, or United States Attorney for prosecution costs. If they receive legal representation at public expense, they must repay the public entity that paid for it, except for representation by the Office of the Public Defender.

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Where it stands

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State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee