New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5392: "Enhanced Law Enforcement Protections Act;" upgrades penalties and eliminates presumption of pretrial release for assault against law enforcement and first responders during civil disturbance.

In committee Last action September 10, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5392 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on September 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Enhanced Law Enforcement Protections Act;" upgrades penalties and eliminates presumption of pretrial release for assault against law enforcement and first responders during civil disturbance. Primary sponsor: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican), Vicky Flynn (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (September 10, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican); Vicky Flynn (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.