New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

S 4804 — "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.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SLP

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 15, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill establishes minimum prison terms for hit-and-run accidents resulting in death.

Jackson's Law mandates a minimum prison sentence for individuals who leave the scene of an accident that results in a death. It also allows for certain juveniles to be eligible for waiver regarding this offense.

Summary

Jackson's Law-concerns min term of imprisonment, accident resulting in death

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Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SLP

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4804 do?
Jackson's Law-concerns min term of imprisonment, accident resulting in death
Who sponsors S 4804?
S 4804 is sponsored by Holzapfel, James W. (Republican).
What is the current status of S 4804?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 15, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track S 4804?
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