S 1942 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes procedures for disqualification from public office or employment upon conviction of certain crimes; creates registry.

This bill requires immediate forfeiture of any public office, position, or employment (elected or appointed) in New Jersey state or local government upon conviction for certain crimes, including dishonesty offenses or third-degree crimes or higher. It automatically disqualifies individuals convicted of crimes "involving or touching" their public role from holding future public office, with disqualification orders entered by courts at sentencing. The bill establishes a central registry maintained by the Administrative Office of the Courts to track all disqualified individuals. It directly affects current and future public officials convicted of specified offenses, creating a permanent bar to public service.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Holly Schepisi
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