Establishes crime of law enforcement officer choking another person; designated as George Floyd's Law.
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This bill, designated as George Floyd’s Law, creates a new crime in New Jersey for law enforcement officers who intentionally restrict a person’s breathing or blood flow by choking them. It specifically prohibits using techniques like chokeholds and carotid artery pressure, which can impair a person’s ability to breathe or receive blood to the brain. The crime is classified as a first-degree offense, carrying a potential prison sentence of 10 to 20 years, a fine of up to $200,000, or both.
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