S.2846

Establishes civil action for abuse, neglect, exploitation or bullying of minor or adult with disability; provides that bullying of vulnerable adult may constitute grounds for investigation by adult protective services and report to law enforcement.

Introduced·3/4/24
Introduced Text

Establishes civil action for abuse, neglect, exploitation, or bullying of minors or adults with disabilities in New Jersey.

This bill allows minors and adults with disabilities to pursue civil action for injuries resulting from abuse, neglect, exploitation, or bullying. It sets specific time limits for filing such actions. For minors, the action must be filed within 37 years after reaching the age of majority or within seven years of discovering the injury, whichever is later. For adults, the action must be filed within seven years of discovering the injury.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 4, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee