Establishes increased penalties for smoking cannabis or marijuana on public beaches.
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Overview
This bill increases penalties for smoking cannabis or marijuana on New Jersey public beaches. Specifically, it raises fines to $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second, and $1,500 for subsequent offenses. The bill amends existing law to reflect these higher penalties, aiming to deter cannabis and marijuana use in these public spaces. It also directs a portion of the collected fines towards smoking cessation programs.
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