New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5154: Requires jury, rather than court, to determine whether certain defendants are persistent offenders.

Enacted Last action July 22, 2026: Approved P.L.2026, c.53.

Plain-language summary

A 5154 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on May 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires jury, rather than court, to determine whether certain defendants are persistent offenders. Primary sponsor: Ellen Park (Democratic), Rowan, Maureen, Robert Karabinchak (Democratic), Brian Stack (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 22, 2026): Approved P.L.2026, c.53.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Ellen Park (Democratic); Rowan, Maureen; Robert Karabinchak (Democratic); Brian Stack (Democratic); and 1 more. 1 co-sponsor.