S 3696 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Invokes comity to direct Governor to notify victim of impending release of incarcerated person granted clemency.

This bill requires the New Jersey Governor to notify crime victims (or their family members if the victim is deceased) at least 30 days before granting clemency (pardon, commutation, or reprieve). It mandates that the Governor issue a written report detailing the offender's name, original crime and sentence, type of clemency granted, and the reasons for the decision. The report must be published online and sent to the Legislature. This affects victims of crimes for which clemency is approved, ensuring they receive advance notice and transparency about the clemency decision.
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Introduced Feb 24, 2026 Last action Feb 24, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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