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A 4285

Expands "Daniel's Law" to prohibit disclosure of personal information concerning court administrators and deputy court administrators.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Annette Quijano and 1 co-sponsor

Expands New Jersey privacy law to shield personal information of court administrators and deputies from public disclosure, similar to protections already granted judges.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · A 4285

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 4285 expands New Jersey's "Daniel's Law" to add court administrators and deputy court administrators to the list of individuals whose personal information is protected from public disclosure. The law currently protects judges and certain other judicial officers; this expansion extends similar privacy protections to administrative court staff.

Why is this important

Court administrators and their deputies handle sensitive case information and court operations, making them potential targets for harassment or security threats. Expanding privacy protections recognizes that non-judicial court employees who work in public-facing roles may face similar risks as judges, particularly in high-profile or contentious cases.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "personal information": The bill's language regarding what constitutes protected personal information and how broadly it applies to administrative staff could limit public access to government employee contact details and address information in ways supporters or critics view as either necessary or excessive.
  • Government transparency concerns: Expanding confidentiality protections for government employees may conflict with public accountability principles and the ability to contact or identify who makes administrative decisions affecting court operations.
  • Definition and coverage: Questions may arise about which court positions qualify as "deputy court administrators" and whether the protection should extend to all administrative personnel or remain limited to senior administrative roles.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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