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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 establishes the crime of gang assault. A person commits gang assault, a crime of the third degree, when with intent to cause bodily injury to another person and when aided by two or more other persons actually present, he causes bodily injury to such person or to a third person. Under the bill, "bodily injury" means physical pain, illness or any impairment of physical condition. A crime of the third degree is punishable by a term of three to five years imprisonment, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. This bill is modeled after New York Consolidated Laws, Penal Law - PEN § 120.06.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new crime called "gang assault," classifying it as a third-degree crime. A person commits this offense if they intend to cause physical harm to someone and, while being physically present with at least two other people, they actually cause physical harm to that person or another individual. "Bodily injury" is defined as physical pain, illness, or any impairment of a person's physical condition. Third-degree crimes in New Jersey carry penalties of three to five years in prison, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. This legislation is modeled after a similar law in New York.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary 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/A294 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/294_I1.HTM |
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