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NJ A4393
NJ A4393Requires life imprisonment without parole for persons convicted of murder committed in course of commission of certain sex offenses regardless of victim's age.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires life imprisonment without parole for persons convicted of murder that is committed in the course of the commission of certain sex offenses regardless of the victim's age. Under current law, a person convicted of murder is required to be sentenced to a term of life imprisonment without eligibility for parole if the murder was committed in the course of the commission of sexual assault or criminal sexual contact and the victim was less than 18 years old. Under the provisions of this bill, a person convicted of murder is required to be sentenced to a term of life imprisonment without eligibility for parole if the murder was committed in the course of the commission of sexual assault or criminal sexual contact regardless of the victim's age.
AI Summary
This bill mandates a sentence of life imprisonment without parole for anyone convicted of murder committed during the commission of certain sex offenses, regardless of the victim's age. Currently, this strict penalty only applies if the victim was under 18 years old, but this legislation removes that age restriction, meaning the life sentence without parole will be applied to all victims in such circumstances.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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/A4393 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4393_I1.HTM |
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