Prohibits law enforcement officers from wearing mask or disguise while interacting with public.
This bill prohibits all New Jersey law enforcement officers (including federal, state, county, and municipal officers) from wearing masks or disguises during public interactions while performing official duties. Exceptions include undercover operations, face shields protecting the face, medical masks with a physician's note, and smoke protection during emergencies. Violating this rule would be a disorderly persons offense punishable by a $500-$1,000 fine, up to six months in jail, or both. The law applies to routine public interactions but does not restrict officers from wearing necessary protective gear in specified circumstances.
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in committee
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Introduction
Dec 2025
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Governor
Introduced Dec 15, 2025
Last action Dec 15, 2025
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Dec 15, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Benjie Wimberly
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