Requires collection of deoxyribonucleic acid sample for certain crimes.
This bill requires New Jersey to collect DNA samples from individuals convicted of specific serious crimes, including aggravated sexual assault, murder, and certain violent offenses, at key points: upon imprisonment, as a condition of probation, before parole, or before release from custody. It applies to both adults and juveniles convicted of these crimes, as well as individuals arrested for them prior to release. The law expands existing requirements, adding new offenses like endangering a child's welfare and luring children, with different effective dates for different crime categories (starting in 1995 for sexual offenses and 2000 for violent crimes). The policy change mandates DNA collection for all qualifying cases, regardless of whether the person is incarcerated or sentenced to probation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2026
Last action Feb 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Carol Murphy
DDemocratic
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