Creates disorderly persons offense for persons who conceal or attempt to conceal their identity while committing another crime or offense.

Summary

The bill makes it a misdemeanor (disorderly persons offense) to wear a mask or disguise to instill fear, evade police, or hinder prosecution while committing another crime. It only applies when the person is charged with an underlying offense under Title 2C and does not apply to masks worn for medical, religious, or expressive reasons. Convictions for this new offense cannot be merged with other criminal convictions.

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