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NJ A1353
NJ A1353Criminalizes act of "stealthing"; removing or tampering with a condom during sexual activity without consent of one's sexual partner.
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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
The bill would criminalize the act of "stealthing": deliberately removing or tampering with a condom, before or during an act of sexual penetration, without the consent of a sexual partner. Under the bill, it would be a crime of the third degree if, before or during an act of sexual penetration with another person, the actor knowingly and without the consent of the other person: Removes the condom; Tampers with or damages the condom; or Uses a condom that the actor knows has been tampered with or damaged. A crime of the third degree is generally punishable by a term of three to five years or a fine up to $15,000, or both This bill is similar to California bill AB1033, which was introduced in that state in February 2017.
AI Summary
This bill criminalizes the act of "stealthing," which is defined as knowingly removing, tampering with, or damaging a condom, or using a condom that has been tampered with or damaged, before or during sexual penetration without the consent of one's sexual partner. This act would be classified as a crime of the third degree, carrying a potential penalty of three to five years in prison, a fine of up to $15,000, or both, and is similar to legislation introduced in California.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1353 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1353_I1.HTM |
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