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NJ A3099

NJ A3099
Creates a civil cause of action for stalking.

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Introduced
02/24/2020
In Committee
02/24/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill creates a civil cause of action for victims of stalking, a crime set out in P.L.1992, c.209 (C.2C:12-10). Under the bill, a "victim" is defined as "a person who, as a result of the conduct of the defendant that is prohibited under P.L.1992, c.209 (C.2C:12-10), was placed in reasonable fear for his own personal safety or for the safety of a minor child of whom the person is a parent or legal guardian." The bill provides that the victim could bring suit whether or not the individual has been charged with or convicted of the crime. The victim could be awarded damages and costs, including attorney fees, and may also be awarded punitive damages. Under the bill, no action could be commenced beyond the applicable personal injury statute of limitations. Under N.J.S.2A:14-2 the statute of limitations for personal injury actions is two years.

AI Summary

This bill creates a civil cause of action for victims of stalking, a crime set out in existing law. Victims who were placed in reasonable fear for their own or their child's safety as a result of the defendant's prohibited conduct can file a civil lawsuit, regardless of whether the defendant has been charged or convicted of the crime. Victims who prevail can be awarded damages, including punitive damages, as well as attorney's fees and costs. The statute of limitations for such civil actions is the same as for personal injury lawsuits, which is two years under New Jersey law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/24/2020)
(3 Companion Bills)

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