Authorizes court to impose rescue operation costs of public entity under certain circumstances.
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Overview
This bill would allow courts in New Jersey to require individuals who have committed certain offenses – including criminal mischief and reckless/careless driving – to pay for rescue operations conducted by public entities like law enforcement and emergency services. The bill aims to ensure that public entities are compensated for the costs associated with recovering people, their pets, or property when those recoveries are linked to these specific violations. It seeks to hold individuals accountable for the expenses incurred during rescue efforts.
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James Holzapfel
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