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Introduced
02/25/2020
02/25/2020
In Committee
02/25/2020
02/25/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Introduced Session
2020-2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill amends the definitions of the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to include State Police detective information to the list of OPRA exclusions. State Police detectives must work discreetly to apprehend criminals. Information that publicizes personal details of a detective such as name, place of work, title, salary, etc. places this person and their family in danger. The State of New Jersey has the obligation to protect those who are protecting the citizens of this State.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) to exclude information about State Police detectives, such as their names, titles, positions, salaries, or any other identifying details. The purpose is to protect the identity and safety of these detectives, who need to work discreetly to apprehend criminals. The State of New Jersey has an obligation to safeguard those who are protecting the citizens of the state.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/25/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/A3500/3316_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/A3500/3316_I1.PDF |
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