Expands definition of victim of domestic violence.

This bill (S 879) expands New Jersey's definition of "victim of domestic violence" to include two key groups: (1) people aged 16 or older (previously 18+) who experience domestic violence from a spouse, former spouse, household member, or dating partner, and (2) parents of adopted children subjected to domestic violence by someone whose parental rights were terminated. It also clarifies that "household member" includes anyone the victim has ever lived with, not just current cohabitants. These changes, recommended by the Law Revision Commission, aim to protect additional vulnerable individuals, such as younger residents in group homes or adoptive parents. The bill directly affects domestic violence victims and their access to legal protections under New Jersey's Prevention of Domestic Violence Act.