Bill
Bill > A1385
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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 would increase the statute of limitations for theft of a firearm. Under current law, theft of a firearm constitutes a crime of the third degree, which is punishable by imprisonment of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. Generally, prosecution of a crime of the first, second, third, or fourth degree is required to be commenced within five years after the crime is committed. Therefore, prosecution for theft of a firearm is to be commenced within five years. This bill would increase the current five-year limitation on prosecuting the crime of theft of a firearm to 10 years.
AI Summary
This bill amends New Jersey law to extend the time limit for prosecuting individuals accused of stealing a firearm. Currently, theft of a firearm is considered a third-degree crime, which carries penalties of three to five years in prison, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. Generally, the statute of limitations, or the time within which a prosecution must begin after a crime is committed, is five years for most crimes, including theft of a firearm. This bill proposes to increase that five-year limit specifically for firearm theft to 10 years, meaning prosecutors will have a decade from the date the theft occurred to bring charges. This change applies to offenses committed on or after the bill becomes law.
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/A1385 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1385_I1.HTM |
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