Upgrades stalking crime to third degree if victim is under 18.
This bill amends New Jersey's stalking law to upgrade the crime to a third degree if the victim is less than 18 years old. A third degree crime carries a potential prison term of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The definition of stalking includes a course of conduct that causes a reasonable person to fear for their safety or suffer emotional distress. The change does not apply to conduct during organized group picketing.
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