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NJ S2115
NJ S2115Creates offense of making false child abuse report; permits assessment of penalty.
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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 makes it a crime of the third degree to knowingly or willfully make a false report of child abuse. A crime of the third degree is ordinarily punishable by a term of imprisonment of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. Also, the bill permits the assessment of an additional civil penalty of up to $10,000, payable to the State Treasurer for use by the Department of Children and Families.
AI Summary
This bill makes it a crime of the third degree, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $15,000, to knowingly or willfully make a false report of child abuse. Additionally, the bill permits the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $10,000, payable to the State Treasurer for use by the Department of Children and Families, against anyone convicted under this law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2115 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2500/2115_I1.HTM |
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