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NJ A1733
NJ A1733Requires any individual seeking elective public office to disclose when filing petition of nomination whether he or she has been convicted of a criminal offense.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require any individual seeking elective public office in this State to disclose at the time of filing a petition of nomination whether he or she has been convicted of a criminal offense. Specifically, the bill requires that each petition of nomination must include a statement signed by the candidate that he or she has either not been convicted of a criminal offense in this State or any other state or involving the government of the United States or any other country, or that the candidate has been so convicted. In that case, the candidate must disclose on the statement the details of the offense, including the type or degree of offense, the individual or entity it involved, the date it occurred, the date of conviction for the offense and the time served, the fine paid or both, if applicable. Such a candidate may, as an alternative, provide with the statement a copy of an official document that provides such information. If the candidate has been convicted of more than one criminal offense, such information about each such offense must be provided.
AI Summary
This bill requires any individual seeking elective public office in the state of New Jersey to disclose, at the time of filing a petition of nomination, whether they have been convicted of a criminal offense. Specifically, the candidate must either state that they have not been convicted of a criminal offense, or if they have been convicted, they must provide details about the offense, including the type and degree of offense, the individuals or entities involved, the date of the offense and conviction, and any penalties imposed. Candidates who have been convicted of multiple offenses must provide information about each one. This requirement applies to all candidates seeking elective public office, whether they are filing with the Secretary of State, county clerk, or municipal clerk.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1733 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2000/1733_I1.HTM |
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