New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1052

Introduced
1/11/22  

Caption

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

Impact

If enacted, A1052 would significantly amend existing legal frameworks surrounding gang-related offenses in New Jersey. It would require mandatory minimum sentences that eliminate parole eligibility, thereby aiming to deter individuals from engaging in such recruitment activities. The bill would also broaden the scope of legal accountability for not only primary offenders but also accomplices, making it easier to prosecute those who encourage or coerce minors into gang involvement.

Summary

Assembly Bill A1052 seeks to enhance penalties for offenses related to criminal street gang recruitment and associated criminality, particularly when minors are involved. This legislation aims to create tougher sentencing guidelines, including mandatory minimum sentences for those convicted of soliciting or recruiting minors into gang activities. Specifically, individuals found guilty of these crimes would face sentencing of up to 10 years for offenses involving minors under the age of 14, alongside life-long restrictions on employment that primarily involves contact with children.

Contention

The bill has the potential to stir debate around the balance between public safety and rehabilitation, particularly regarding how it addresses both juvenile offenders and accomplices. Proponents argue that the law is necessary to combat the rising influence of criminal gangs and protect vulnerable youth, while opponents may express concerns about the long-term consequences for young offenders and the implications of imposing severe penalties without an emphasis on rehabilitation.

Companion Bills

NJ S3618

Same As Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2895

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

NJ S1369

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

NJ S3618

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

NJ A4464

Removes mandatory minimum sentences for certain non-violent drug crimes.

NJ S3722

Implements recommendations of New Jersey Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission to remove mandatory minimum sentences for certain non-violent drug crimes.

NJ A838

Concerns accomplice liability of law enforcement officers who fail to de-escalate and intervene when another officer commits offense.

NJ A987

Concerns accomplice liability of law enforcement officers who fail to de-escalate and intervene when another officer commits offense.

NJ A3074

Criminalizes participation in criminal street gang.

NJ A425

Criminalizes participation in criminal street gang.

NJ A2270

Imposes mandatory forfeiture of public office, position or employment upon conviction of certain offenses.

Similar Bills

NJ S3618

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

NJ S1369

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

NJ A2895

Upgrades certain penalties for criminal street gang recruitment and criminality; imposes mandatory minimum sentence for certain offenses; establishes accomplice liability and imposes restrictions for certain recruiters.

MN HF4277

Mandatory minimum sentences for offenses involving possession or use of firearm or other dangerous weapon eliminated, victim crime reporting requirements modified, Task Force on Mandatory Minimum Sentences created, grants related to alleviating gun violence established, and money appropriated.

MN SF4324

Public safety provisions modification, grants authorization for emergency needs of gun victims, focused deterrence models to reduce group-related homicide and gun violence grant authorization, Violent Crime Coordinating Council additional position added and appropriations

AZ SB1599

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CA SB459

Crimes: rape: great bodily injury.

CA SB300

Crimes: murder: punishment.