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NJ A1171
NJ A1171Permits waiver of juvenile regardless of age under certain circumstances; makes juveniles eligible for waiver for terrorism and human trafficking.
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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 permits the waiver of juveniles regardless of age under certain circumstances and makes juveniles eligible for waiver for terrorism and human trafficking. Under current law, juveniles 15 years of age and older at the time of the alleged delinquent act who are charged with certain offenses, such as criminal homicide, other than death by auto; first degree robbery; carjacking; and aggravated sexual assault, are eligible to be waived to adult criminal court. Under the provisions of this bill, these juveniles also would be eligible to be waived to adult criminal court for terrorism or human trafficking. The bill further provides that a juvenile, regardless of age, who is charged with terrorism, human trafficking, or certain other offenses, as set forth under current law, is eligible to be waived to adult criminal court if the circumstances and severity of the offense warrant waiver.
AI Summary
This bill expands the circumstances under which a juvenile can be transferred to adult criminal court, a process known as "waiver." Currently, juveniles aged 15 and older can be waived for serious offenses like homicide, robbery, carjacking, and aggravated sexual assault. This bill adds terrorism and human trafficking to that list, making juveniles eligible for waiver for these crimes regardless of their age if the circumstances and severity of the offense warrant it. The bill also clarifies that for waiver eligibility, the court will consider the nature and circumstances of the offense, the juvenile's culpability, maturity, sophistication, and prior history, as well as any victim input and evidence of mental health concerns or substance use.
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 |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1171 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1171_I1.HTM |
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