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A 2430

Imposes certain duties on persons or entities engaged in business pertaining to criminal records and imposes penalties for disseminating expunged record; increases maximum fine for current disorderly persons offense.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Annette Quijano

New Jersey bill requires businesses to restrict access to expunged criminal records and penalizes disclosure; increases disorderly persons offense fines.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · A 2430

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 2430 creates new legal obligations for businesses handling criminal records, particularly regarding expunged records, and establishes penalties for wrongfully disclosing them. The bill also increases the maximum fine applicable to disorderly persons offenses in New Jersey.

Why is this important

Expungement laws allow people to clear certain criminal records, enabling employment and housing opportunities. However, if businesses can still access and share expunged records without consequence, the expungement process loses practical value. This bill attempts to enforce expungement protections and provide recourse for individuals whose sealed records are improperly disclosed.

Potential points of contention

  • Business compliance costs: Entities would need to develop procedures to identify and handle expunged records differently, creating compliance infrastructure and potential legal liability
  • Definition ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify which "persons or entities" are covered (employers, background check companies, courts, etc.) or what specific "duties" apply, leaving implementation unclear
  • Penalty proportionality: Increased fines for disorderly persons offenses may be viewed as either necessary deterrence or excessive punishment depending on one's stance on criminal penalties

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

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