New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

S 4608 — Eliminates conviction of indictable offense as automatic disqualifier for jury service under certain circumstances.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SJU

  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 September 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill allows some individuals with past indictable offenses to serve on juries.

This legislation removes the automatic disqualification from jury service for individuals who have a conviction of an indictable offense under specific circumstances. It aims to promote inclusivity in the jury selection process.

Summary

Jury service-eliminates past conviction of indictable offense as disqualifer

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 29, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SJU

Sponsors

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4608 do?
Jury service-eliminates past conviction of indictable offense as disqualifer
Who sponsors S 4608?
S 4608 is sponsored by Mukherji, Raj (Democrat) and Timberlake, Britnee N. (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 4608?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced September 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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