New Jersey S770 criminalizes possession and creation of false or secret compartments in motor vehicles for concealing contraband.
New Jersey S770 makes it a crime for individuals to possess, design, or assemble false or secret compartments in motor vehicles with the intent to store, conceal, smuggle, or transport contraband. A second-degree crime, punishable by five to ten years in prison and a fine up to $150,000, applies to those who knowingly design or assemble such compartments. A third-degree crime, punishable by three to five years in prison and a fine up to $15,000, applies to those who knowingly own, operate, or possess vehicles with such compartments.
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