New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1339

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Prohibits, under certain circumstances, disclosure of certain personal identifying information, including home address and photographic image, concerning any federal, State or municipal judicial officer, or that judicial officer's immediate family members.

Impact

The legislation reinforces legal protections for judicial officers by categorizing the unauthorized disclosure of personal information as a criminal offense. A reckless violation of this act would be classified as a fourth-degree crime, while a purposeful violation escalates to a third-degree crime, carrying severe penalties including imprisonment and fine. This establishes a legal framework aimed at safeguarding the identities and lives of those in the judicial system, necessitating actions from the state and local agencies to secure judicial officers' information.

Summary

Bill A1339 seeks to address the personal safety and privacy of judicial officers and their immediate family members by prohibiting certain disclosures of their personal identifying information. Under this legislation, it would be illegal for any person to knowingly disclose such information on the Internet if the intent is to expose the judicial officer or their family members to harassment or risk of harm. This provision reflects a growing concern about the threats that judicial officers face in their roles, especially in an increasingly polarized political climate.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance security, it may raise questions regarding the balance between public transparency and individual privacy rights. Opponents might argue that excessive restrictions on the dissemination of information could hinder accountability mechanisms. Additionally, the bill's stipulation requiring state and local agencies to secure written consent before sharing any information about a judicial officer could be seen as burdensome, potentially impacting the flow of public records and transparency in government operations.

Companion Bills

NJ A1158

Carry Over Prohibits, under certain circumstances, disclosure of certain personal identifying information, including home address and photographic image, concerning any federal, State or municipal judicial officer, or that judicial officer's immediate family members.

Previously Filed As

NJ A1158

Prohibits, under certain circumstances, disclosure of certain personal identifying information, including home address and photographic image, concerning any federal, State or municipal judicial officer, or that judicial officer's immediate family members.

NJ H0409

Personal Information of Judicial Officers and Family Members

NJ S0581

Protect the personal information of judicial officers and their immediate family members who serve or have served the RI unified judicial system, as well as judicial officers who reside in RI and who serve or have served in the federal courts.

NJ H5892

Protects the personal information of judicial officers and their immediate family members who serve or have served the RI unified judicial system, as well as judicial officers who reside in RI and who serve or have served in the federal courts.

NJ S1051

Prohibits disclosure of certain information of probation officers.

NJ S3482

Prohibits disclosure of certain information of probation officers.

NJ A5325

Prohibits disclosure of certain information of probation officers.

NJ A2381

Prohibits disclosure of certain information of probation officers.

NJ S2288

Removes requirement that certain government officers disclose the address of their home or secondary residence, or that of their immediate family on financial disclosure statements.

NJ S3363

Removes requirement that certain government officers disclose the address of their home or secondary residence, or that of their immediate family on financial disclosure statements.

Similar Bills

NJ A1158

Prohibits, under certain circumstances, disclosure of certain personal identifying information, including home address and photographic image, concerning any federal, State or municipal judicial officer, or that judicial officer's immediate family members.

HI SB1667

Relating To Transportation.

NJ A5066

"Daniel Kearney's Law"; establishes criminal penalties for driving in violation of probationary driver's license restrictions in certain circumstances.

MI SB0343

Law enforcement: other; individuals filing complaints against law enforcement; allow to remain private. Creates new act.

MI SB1101

Law enforcement: other; individuals filing complaints against law enforcement; allow to remain private. Creates new act.

MI HB6121

Law enforcement: other; individuals filing complaints against law enforcement; allow to remain private. Creates new act.

NJ A813

Codifies AG directive concerning criminal investigations of law enforcement use-of-force and in-custody deaths.

HI HB2748

Relating To Law Enforcement.