A 5690·NJ·house
"Jackson's Law"; requires mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for leaving scene of accident resulting in death and makes certain juveniles eligible for waiver for this offense.
In Committee
Sponsor: McGuckin, Gregory P. (R)
Latest Action
Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to AJU
Oct 19, 2026
Summary
The bill creates a mandatory minimum imprisonment term for anyone who leaves the scene of an accident that results in death. It also provides a waiver option for certain juvenile offenders charged with that offense. The measure seeks to increase accountability while offering flexibility for youth cases.
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