S 111 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Upgrades unlawful taking thefts in certain instances.

This bill amends New Jersey's theft statute to specifically increase penalties for stealing packages delivered to residential properties by cargo carriers (like UPS or FedEx). If the stolen package is worth $200 or less, it becomes a fourth-degree crime; for values over $200, the penalty level rises by one degree. The bill also requires offenders to pay restitution for these thefts, which was previously optional. It directly affects individuals who steal residential delivery packages, targeting a growing issue that impacts residents' access to essential items like medication or documents.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Jim Holzapfel
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