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NJ S4024
Establishes "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act"; requires AG to release updated press release regarding investigations in certain circumstances.
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes the "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act" and requires the Attorney General to release updated press releases regarding investigations in certain circumstances. Under the provisions of this bill, in every case where the Attorney General published on its website a press release of information concerning the opening of an investigation, the Attorney General is also required to publish on its website an updated press release of information at the conclusion of the investigation containing the outcome of the investigation. According to the sponsor, as the public does not have access to investigative files, press releases are often the only way for the public to obtain information regarding an investigation. Therefore, if an updated press release is never issued, the public would not have access to any information regarding the outcome of the investigation.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act," which requires the Attorney General of New Jersey to provide more comprehensive public information about investigations. Specifically, if the Attorney General has published an initial press release announcing the start of an investigation on their website, they must also publish a follow-up press release at the investigation's conclusion that details the outcome. The rationale behind this legislation is to increase transparency, as members of the public typically do not have direct access to investigative files and often rely on press releases as their primary source of information about government investigations. By mandating these updated press releases, the bill aims to ensure that the public can learn about the final results of investigations that were previously announced. The act would take effect immediately upon enactment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4024 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4500/4024_I1.HTM |
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