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NJ A2294
NJ A2294Prohibits sex offenders from distributing candy or other items to children on Halloween.
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Introduced
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
In Committee
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Introduced Session
2018-2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits excluded sex offenders from distributing candy or other items to children under 18 years of age on Halloween or at any event celebrating. The phrase "excluded sex offender" is defined in section 1 of P.L.2009, c.139 (C.2C:7-22) as a person who has been convicted, adjudicated delinquent or found not guilty by reason of insanity for the commission of a sex offense, which involves a victim under 18 years of age. Under the bill, an excluded sex offender who distributes candy or other items to children on Halloween or at an event celebrating Halloween is guilty of a fourth degree crime, which is punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits "excluded sex offenders" - individuals convicted of sex offenses involving victims under 18 years of age - from distributing candy or other items to children under 18 on Halloween or at any Halloween-related event. Violating this provision is a fourth-degree crime, punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. The bill also clarifies that excluded sex offenders are prohibited from participating in youth-serving organizations, except in certain circumstances.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee (on 02/01/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A2500/2294_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A2500/2294_I1.PDF |
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