S 3711 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "Fight Unlawful Conduct and Keep Individuals and Communities Empowered Act"; permits civil action for violations of US Constitution related to immigration enforcement.

This New Jersey bill (S 3711) allows individuals to file civil lawsuits against those conducting immigration enforcement who knowingly violate the U.S. Constitution. It directly affects people subjected to immigration enforcement actions and the officers or entities performing them. The law permits claims for monetary damages - including punitive damages, psychological harm, and attorney fees - and requires courts to consider specific factors when awarding punitive damages, such as whether an officer wore a facial covering, failed to identify themselves, or used crowd control equipment. Qualified immunity remains a defense against liability under this act.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Introduced Mar 2, 2026 Last action May 11, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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