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NJ S3667
NJ S3667Revises offense of agricultural trespass to eliminate mental state requirements, expands number and type of activities constituting agricultural trespass, and expands definition of "lands" susceptible to agricultural trespass.
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Introduced
02/28/2023
02/28/2023
In Committee
02/28/2023
02/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Revises offense of agricultural trespass to eliminate mental state requirements, expands number and type of activities constituting agricultural trespass, and expands definition of "lands" susceptible to agricultural trespass.
AI Summary
This bill revises the offense of agricultural trespass in New Jersey. It eliminates the mental state requirements for the offense, expands the number and types of activities that constitute agricultural trespass, and expands the definition of "lands" that are susceptible to agricultural trespass. Specifically, the bill broadens the definition of "lands" to include various types of agricultural and horticultural lands, as well as appurtenant woodland and lands used for maintaining or storing agricultural equipment. It also increases the civil penalties for trespassing on agricultural lands, including a minimum fine of $1,000 for operating a motorized vehicle or riding a horse without permission, or for damaging property on the lands.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee (on 02/28/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S3667 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4000/3667_I1.HTM |
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