New Jersey S2929 establishes penalties for false alarms at places of worship.
New Jersey S2929 creates a second degree crime for false alarms at places of worship, including churches, synagogues, temples, mosques, and gurdwaras. The bill imposes a civil penalty of at least $5,000 or the actual costs of the emergency response, whichever is higher. A second degree crime carries a penalty of 5-10 years in prison, a fine up to $150,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately.
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