Clarifies that harassment made anonymously or otherwise through electronic communication devices constitutes a petty disorderly offense.
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This bill clarifies that harassment conducted anonymously or through electronic communication devices, such as computers, cell phones, or email, is considered a petty disorderly offense under New Jersey law. It expands the existing harassment statute to specifically address cyber-harassment. The bill defines ‘electronic communication device’ to include various technologies used for sending messages.
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