S.829

"CJ's Law"; Criminalizes manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

CJ's Law criminalizes the manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom in New Jersey.

CJ's Law, named in memory of Christopher James Holowach, aims to criminalize the manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom. This bill classifies the possession of one ounce or more of kratom as a second-degree crime, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $150,000. Possession of less than one ounce is classified as a third-degree crime, with penalties including up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $15,000.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee