S 2614 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Clarifies intent of Legislature that the attempt or conspiracy to commit certain offenses may constitute acts of domestic violence.

This bill amends New Jersey's domestic violence law to explicitly include attempts or conspiracies to commit specific crimes as acts of domestic violence. It expands the definition to cover 19 listed offenses - including assault, sexual assault, kidnapping, and others - meaning that even planning or trying to commit these acts could trigger domestic violence protections and consequences. This change directly affects victims seeking legal remedies and perpetrators facing charges, as it allows courts to address preparatory actions before physical harm occurs. The law clarifies legislative intent following a court ruling that excluded attempted crimes from the original definition, ensuring consistent application of domestic violence statutes.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 8, 2024 Last action Feb 8, 2024
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Feb 8, 2024
Senate · Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Shirley Turner
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