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NJ A2280
NJ A2280Clarifies that "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" covers elder abuse in domestic settings.
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Introduced
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
In Committee
02/07/2022
02/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Clarifies that "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" covers elder abuse in domestic settings.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies that the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" covers elder abuse in domestic settings. The bill amends the existing law to explicitly state that the definition of "domestic violence" includes emotional, psychological, and physical violence against the elderly, as well as criminal neglect of the elderly, when it occurs in a domestic context. The bill aims to ensure that the protections and remedies provided under the Act are applied equally to acts of domestic violence against the elderly and disabled, in addition to violence against spouses and children.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/07/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A2280 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2280_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2500/2280_I1.PDF |
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