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NJ S488
Establishes new offenses concerning unlawful possession and use of credit card scanners.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes new offenses relating to the unlawful possession and use of credit card scanners. Under the provisions of the bill, a person who possesses a credit card scanner without a lawful purpose is guilty of a disorderly persons offense. A disorderly persons offense is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment for a term of up to six months, or both. A person who uses a credit card scanner for an unlawful purpose is guilty of a crime of the second decree. A crime of the second degree is punishable by a fine of up to $150,000, imprisonment for a term of between five and 10 years, or both.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new offenses related to the unlawful possession and use of credit card scanners. Under the bill, possessing a credit card scanner without a lawful purpose is a disorderly persons offense, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, up to six months in prison, or both. Using a credit card scanner for an unlawful purpose is a crime of the second degree, which is punishable by a fine of up to $150,000, between 5 and 10 years in prison, or both. The bill defines a "credit card scanner" as a device that electronically reads, records, or transmits information stored on a credit, debit, or other charge card.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S488 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/488_I1.HTM |
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