S.995

Establishes threats of violence against prosecutors, law enforcement officers and family members as a second degree crime, subject to No Early Release Act sentencing.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S995 upgrades threats of violence against prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and their family members to a second degree crime.

New Jersey S995 amends the state's criminal code to classify threats of violence against prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and their family members as a second degree crime. This change subjects offenders to No Early Release Act sentencing, requiring them to serve a minimum of 85% of their court-imposed sentence before becoming eligible for parole. The bill aims to protect these individuals and their families by imposing stricter penalties for threats intended to instill fear of imminent harm.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

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