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NJ S1524

NJ S1524
Clarifies that compensation may be paid for expenses related to service animals required due to injuries resulting from crime against victim.

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Introduced
02/13/2020
In Committee
02/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill specifically provides that crime victims may be awarded compensation for those expenses related to procuring or providing treatment to a service animal when a service animal is required by the victim due to injuries sustained by the victim as a result of the crime. Under the bill, a "service animal," as defined by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, is any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that crime victims may be awarded compensation for expenses related to procuring or providing treatment to a service animal, as defined by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, if the service animal is required by the victim due to injuries sustained as a result of the crime. The bill amends the existing law to include these expenses as part of the "out-of-pocket losses" that can be covered under the victim compensation program.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 02/13/2020)
(2 Companion Bills)

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