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NJ S4116
Establishes penalty for certain undeclared possession of hypodermic needle or syringe.
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Introduced
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
In Committee
11/30/2023
11/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill makes possession of an undeclared hypodermic needle or syringe during contact with law enforcement a disorderly persons offense in certain circumstances. Under the bill, a person commits a disorderly persons offense if while in possession of a hypodermic needle or syringe during the course of a lawful search or investigatory stop, the person does not declare such possession to a law enforcement officer conducting the search or stop prior to physical contact between the person and the law enforcement officer. A disorderly persons offense is punishable by a term of imprisonment of up to six months, a fine of up to $1,000, or both.
AI Summary
This bill makes possession of an undeclared hypodermic needle or syringe during a lawful search or investigatory stop by law enforcement a disorderly persons offense, punishable by up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The key provision is that individuals must declare their possession of such items to the law enforcement officer before any physical contact occurs, or they can be charged with a disorderly persons offense.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 11/30/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4116 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4500/4116_I1.HTM |
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