Prohibits law enforcement officer from concealing identity during certain public operations.
This bill requires all New Jersey law enforcement officers to visibly identify themselves while performing public duties. Officers must display their agency name or initials and their name or badge number on their uniform, prohibiting masks or disguises unless specific exceptions apply (such as undercover work, tactical operations, medical needs, or environmental hazards like smoke or extreme cold). Violations are punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 or up to six months in jail. The law applies broadly to state, county, municipal, and federal officers acting under New Jersey law.
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 20, 2025
Last action Nov 20, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Andrew Zwicker
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