Prohibits certain caller identification service manipulation; makes violation fourth degree crime.
This bill (S 588) prohibits individuals from knowingly transmitting calls or text messages within New Jersey that display misleading, false, or inaccurate caller identification information with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or obtain value. It directly affects people or entities manipulating caller ID for deceptive purposes, such as scam calls. Key exceptions include compliance with federal law (like the Truth in Caller ID Act), court orders, or authorized law enforcement activities. Violations are classified as fourth-degree crimes, punishable by up to 18 months in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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Jon Bramnick
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