S.3345

Authorizes funding to protect safety of cooperating witnesses; expands Crime Victim's Bill of Rights to provide these witnesses with certain guarantees.

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3345 authorizes funding to protect cooperating witnesses and expands their rights.

New Jersey S3345 authorizes funding to protect the safety of cooperating witnesses and expands their rights under the Crime Victim's Bill of Rights. The bill allows the Victims of Crime Compensation Office to pay for relocation expenses and safety-related costs for these witnesses. It also mandates that prosecutors and law enforcement agencies take steps to protect witnesses from harm and threats. The court must establish procedures to ensure witness safety during trials.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 5

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee