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NJ S2364
NJ S2364Authorizes Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission to enjoin conduct of unauthorized amusement games; establishes civil penalty for violations.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill authorizes the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission to seek and obtain in a summary proceeding in Superior Court an injunction prohibiting any action, conduct, or practice in violation of the Amusement Games Licensing Law, or related regulations. The bill also establishes civil penalties for violations of such law and regulations that shall not be more than $7,500 for the first offense and $15,000 for the second and each subsequent offense. The Attorney General may bring an action in the name of the control commission for the collection or enforcement of civil penalties for the violation of any provision of a law or regulation administered by the control commission.
AI Summary
This bill empowers the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission to take legal action to stop illegal amusement games, which are activities regulated by law that require a license or permit to operate. Specifically, the commission can now ask a Superior Court judge to issue an injunction, a court order that prohibits someone from continuing an illegal activity. This can be done through a summary proceeding, which is a faster court process. The bill also introduces civil penalties for violating amusement game laws and regulations, with fines of up to $7,500 for a first offense and up to $15,000 for subsequent offenses. The Attorney General can pursue these penalties on behalf of the commission. The bill also allows courts to order the return of any money or property gained through illegal amusement game activities and to take steps to prevent future violations. Importantly, this bill does not allow the commission to suspend or revoke existing licenses through these new proceedings.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2364 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2364_I1.HTM |
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