NJ S1263

Bill

Prohibits release of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under State's open public records law.

Introduced
01/09/2024

In Committee
01/09/2024

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would prohibit the release of any personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.), commonly known as the open public records act. Current law specifically provides that the name, address, and age of any victims of crime are public record. This bill would delete that provision and clarify that all manner of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses are confidential for purposes of public records requests to bolster the safety and privacy of violent crime victims and witnesses.

AI Summary

This bill amends the state's open public records law, known as P.L.1963, c.73, to prohibit the release of personal identifying information of victims and witnesses of violent crimes, which are defined as crimes involving force or the threat of force. Previously, current law allowed for the release of victims' names, addresses, and ages, but this bill will expand this protection to include all personal identifying information, such as home and work addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, and email addresses, for both victims and witnesses of violent crimes. This change aims to enhance the safety and privacy of individuals who have been affected by violent criminal activity.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Jim Beach (D)*, Angela Mcknight (D)*,

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/09/2024)

Official Document

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1263

(3 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1263
BillText	https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1263_I1.HTM
BillText	https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1263_I1.HTM

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
A3292	Prohibits release of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under State's open public records law.	Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee	Carry Over
A3594	Prohibits release of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under State's open public records law.	Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee	Same As
S2359	Prohibits release of personal identifying information of violent crime victims and witnesses under State's open public records law.	Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee	Carry Over

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