S.1931

New Jersey S1931 increases penalties for reckless vehicular homicide when driving while intoxicated.

New Jersey S1931 amends the state's criminal code to increase penalties for reckless vehicular homicide when the driver is intoxicated. The bill upgrades the crime to a first-degree offense if it occurs within a school crossing zone or 1,000 feet of school property, or if it happens in a highway construction zone or designated safe corridor. The court may order the forfeiture of the vehicle used in the offense unless the defendant proves that such forfeiture would cause a serious hardship to their family.