A 5708·NJ·house
Provides that act of sexual penetration committed without victim's consent constitutes sexual assault; defines term "consent."
In CommitteeFiled Oct 22, 2026
Sponsor: Ellen Park (D)
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Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to AJU
Oct 22, 2026
Summary
The bill states that any act of sexual penetration performed without the victim’s consent is classified as sexual assault. It also adds a legal definition of “consent.” This change aims to provide clearer standards for prosecutors, courts, and victims in New Jersey.
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