S 3279
Clarifies right of crime victim to make in-person statement directly to defendant concerning impact of crime.
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Bill overview
This bill strengthens the rights of crime victims in New Jersey by clarifying their ability to make an in-person statement directly to the defendant. Specifically, it allows victims to deliver a statement detailing the impact of the crime to the defendant at trials, hearings, or other proceedings where victim impact statements are presented. This right is subject to a court’s determination that the defendant is unable to attend due to illness or incapacity.
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Michael Testa
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