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NJ S2416
NJ S2416Exempts law enforcement and certain other emergency personnel from liability for breaking into motor vehicle to rescue animal under certain circumstances.
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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 exempts from any liability for any damages caused by any law enforcement officer, firefighter, rescue squad member, or other emergency personnel breaking into a motor vehicle in which an animal has been left in conditions that the person reasonably believes are an immediate threat to the health of the animal and breaking into the vehicle was the last resort to rescue the animal from serious injury or loss of life.
AI Summary
This bill provides legal protection, meaning immunity from liability for damages, to law enforcement officers, firefighters, ambulance and first aid squad members, and other emergency personnel when they break into a motor vehicle to rescue an animal. This protection applies only if the personnel reasonably believe the animal is in immediate danger to its health, and breaking into the vehicle was the only remaining option to save the animal from serious harm or death.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2416 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2416_I1.HTM |
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