New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 R cosponsors

A 5690 — "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 1RA REF AJU

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

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced October 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

This bill mandates minimum imprisonment for leaving the scene of a fatal accident.

Jackson's Law establishes a required minimum term of imprisonment for individuals who leave the scene of an accident that results in death. It also makes certain juveniles eligible for a waiver for this offense.

Summary

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

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Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AJU

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

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Not signed on (118)

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5690 do?
Jackson's Law-concerns min term of imprisonment, accident resulting in death
Who sponsors A 5690?
A 5690 is sponsored by McGuckin, Gregory P. (Republican) and Clifton, Robert D. (Republican).
What is the current status of A 5690?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced October 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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