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NJ A3682
NJ A3682Establishes penalties for use of unmanned aircraft in furtherance of commission of criminal offense; requires forfeiture of device upon conviction.
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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 penalties for operating an unmanned aircraft system in the furtherance of a commission of an offense or a crime. Under the bill, a person commits a crime of the fourth degree if the person operates an unmanned aircraft system to further the commission of a petty disorderly persons offense or a disorderly persons offense. For any other offense, the crime is graded one degree higher than the underlying offense for which the unmanned aircraft system was used to attempt or commit. The bill also requires the forfeiture of an unmanned aircraft system used to further a crime upon conviction.
AI Summary
This bill establishes penalties for using an unmanned aircraft system, commonly known as a drone, to further the commission of a crime. Specifically, operating a drone to aid in a petty disorderly persons offense or a disorderly persons offense will be considered a fourth-degree crime. For any other underlying offense, the crime will be graded one degree higher than the original offense if a drone was used in its commission. Additionally, upon conviction, any drone, its controller, or associated digital devices used in the commission of the crime will be subject to forfeiture.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness 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/A3682 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4000/3682_I1.HTM |
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