S.51

Establishes the New Jersey Animal Abuser Registry to require registration and public disclosure of information for animal abuse offenders.

The New Jersey Animal Abuser Registry Act establishes a system for the registration and public disclosure of information about individuals convicted of animal abuse offenses. The Attorney General will maintain a central registry and develop an Internet registry for public access. Registration is required for those convicted of animal abuse offenses who reside or are physically present in New Jersey. The bill outlines specific registration requirements, including the submission of personal information and photographs.