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NJ S492
NJ S492Requires county prosecutors to establish countywide system for tracking sexual assault forensic evidence kits.
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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 requires county prosecutors to establish a countywide system for tracking sexual assault forensic evidence (SAFE) kits. Under the provisions of this bill, every county prosecutor in this State is required to establish a centralized countywide SAFE kit tracking system for all SAFE kits collected within the county. The bill requires each countywide tracking system to meet certain requirements established by the Attorney General. Finally, under the bill, the Attorney General is required to issue or amend guidelines or directives necessary to effectuate the bill's provisions.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that every county prosecutor in New Jersey must create a countywide system to track sexual assault forensic evidence (SAFE) kits, which are crucial pieces of evidence collected during investigations of sexual assault. These tracking systems will need to adhere to specific standards set by the Attorney General, who is also empowered to issue or update any necessary rules or instructions to ensure the bill's requirements are met, with the law taking effect four months after it is enacted.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
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/S492 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/492_I1.HTM |
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