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Introduced
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
In Committee
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would increase the statute of limitations for theft of a firearm. Under current law, theft of a firearm constitutes a crime of the third degree, which is punishable by imprisonment of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. Generally, prosecution of a crime of the first, second, third, or fourth degree is required to be commenced within five years after the crime is committed. Therefore, prosecution for theft of a firearm is to be commenced within five years. This bill would increase the current five-year limitation on prosecuting the crime of theft of a firearm to 10 years.
AI Summary
This bill would increase the statute of limitations for the crime of theft of a firearm from 5 years to 10 years. Currently, theft of a firearm is a crime of the third degree, punishable by 3 to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $15,000. Under existing law, the statute of limitations for prosecuting this crime is 5 years. This bill would extend that time period to 10 years, allowing for more time to investigate and bring charges for the theft of a firearm. The bill would apply to all offenses occurring on or after its effective date, while the previous 5-year statute of limitations would still apply to offenses committed before the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/22/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A3815 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4000/3815_I1.HTM |
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