S 4415 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

"Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act"; Increases penalties for adult and juvenile repeat offenses of receiving stolen motor vehicle.

S 4415, the "Stolen Vehicle Possession Accountability Act," increases penalties for repeat offenders who receive stolen motor vehicles. Adults convicted of this crime on two or more prior occasions within 15 years face a second-degree offense (previously third degree for lower-value vehicles), punishable by 5-10 years in prison, up to $150,000 in fines, and mandatory 85% of the sentence without parole eligibility. Juveniles adjudicated delinquent for two or more prior offenses must have their cases transferred to adult court, where they may receive up to 10 years in prison for subsequent violations. The bill directly affects repeat offenders in both adult and juvenile justice systems, focusing on enhancing sentencing for habitual stolen vehicle possession.
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Introduced May 19, 2025 Last action May 19, 2025
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