Submitted by New Jersey Criminal Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark The key to this case is the good faith review of the facts presented to the family court judge at the time the temporary restraining order (TRO) is signed and put into effect. Although the alleged victim lied about the facts and circumstances surrounding any domestic violence…
Submitted by New Jersey Criminal Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark The key to this case is the good faith review of the facts presented to the family court judge at the time the temporary restraining order (TRO) is signed and put into effect. Although the alleged victim lied about the facts and circumstances surrounding any domestic violence…
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New Jersey Survivors Justice Act: Sentencing Reform for Abuse Victims
Submitted by New Jersey Criminal Lawyer, Jeffrey Hark In January 2026, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law a pair of bills known as the Survivors Justice Act (S-4870/A-5968 and S-4871/A-5969). This landmark legislation, championed by Senator Angela V. McKnight, Senator M. Teresa Ruiz, and other lawmakers, amends the state’s criminal code to allow courts…