New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1269

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Establishes offense of fostering stolen property.

Impact

The implications of A1269 on state laws could be significant as it supplements existing statutes and adds clarity to the enforcement against online and physical transactions involving stolen goods. By defining the parameters of knowledge and culpability regarding stolen property, it strengthens the state's position on tackling the facilitation of theft. The bill prescribes penalties of up to six months of imprisonment, a fine of $1,000, or both, creating potential repercussions that deters individuals from participating in the sale of stolen items.

Summary

Assembly Bill A1269 aims to address issues related to the sale of stolen property by establishing a new offense termed 'fostering the sale of stolen property.' Under this bill, individuals who host, advertise, or assist in the sale of stolen goods—regardless of the medium used, including the internet—could be charged with a disorderly persons offense. This initiates a framework for discouraging the illegal sale of stolen items by holding facilitators accountable, thereby providing law enforcement with additional tools to combat theft-related activities.

Contention

While the bill features supportive aspects aimed at curbing theft, notable points of contention include concerns over the broad definitions of guilt, particularly the presumption of knowledge regarding the property being stolen. Critics might argue that hosting or advertising, especially in digital contexts, could lead to unintended consequences for individuals who may not have a clear understanding of the ownership status of items they are promoting. There may be worries about the potential for overreach in enforcement, leading to challenges in ensuring fair legal proceedings for all parties involved.

Companion Bills

NJ A5525

Carry Over Establishes offense of fostering stolen property.

Previously Filed As

NJ A5525

Establishes offense of fostering stolen property.

NJ S3587

Upgrades, and in some circumstances provides for extended terms of imprisonment for, certain retail theft crimes, addresses gift card fraud, and authorizes new Attorney General initiatives to address organized retail theft.

NJ A4755

Upgrades, and in some circumstances provides for extended terms of imprisonment for, certain retail theft crimes, addresses gift card fraud, and authorizes new Attorney General initiatives to address organized retail theft.

NJ A4931

Establishes crimes of theft of motor vehicle and receiving stolen motor vehicle as separate statutory provisions; provides extended sentences for certain persistent offenders.

NJ S2284

Establishes crimes of theft of motor vehicle and receiving stolen motor vehicle as separate statutory provisions; provides extended sentences for certain persistent offenders.

NJ S3389

Establishes crimes of theft of motor vehicle and receiving stolen motor vehicle as separate statutory provisions; provides extended sentences for certain persistent offenders.

NJ A5737

Allows aggregation of value of stolen property across multiple criminal episodes or transactions within a two-year period.

NJ S3675

Allows aggregation of value of stolen property across multiple criminal episodes or transactions within a two-year period.

NJ SB01321

An Act Concerning Crimes Relating To Gift Cards, Organized Retail Theft, Fostering The Sale Of Stolen Property And Civil Liability For Certain Conduct Relating To Goods, Merchandise Or Produce.

NJ A2389

Establishes offense of harassing, intimidating, or bullying minor; establishes diversionary program for juveniles charged with offense.

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