A 4835
Permits pretrial detention for contempt violation of protective order issued under "Victim's Assistance and Survivor Protection Act."
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Bill overview
This bill changes New Jersey law to allow prosecutors to request that a person be held in jail while awaiting trial if they are accused of violating a protective order issued under the Victim’s Assistance and Survivor Protection Act (VASPA). Currently, this option was only available for violations of the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act. The bill clarifies that violations of VASPA contempt orders are treated similarly to violations of other criminal orders, potentially leading to more pretrial detentions for those accused of violating protective orders. It also updates a related law to ensure consistency.
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Ellen Park
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