Permits waiver of juvenile regardless of age under certain circumstances; makes juveniles eligible for waiver for terrorism and human trafficking.
This bill changes New Jersey law to allow juveniles of **any age** to be tried as adults for **terrorism or human trafficking** if the offense's circumstances and severity warrant it. Currently, juveniles aged 15+ face adult prosecution only for specific violent crimes (like murder or robbery); this bill expands eligibility to include terrorism and human trafficking regardless of age. Prosecutors must now justify waiver requests by documenting factors like the offense's nature, juvenile maturity, and victim impact. The bill also requires the Juvenile Justice Commission to collect and report data on waiver decisions, including demographic details and case outcomes.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced May 22, 2025
Last action May 22, 2025
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May 22, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Joe Danielsen
DDemocratic
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