New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 361: Establishes affirmative defense to prosecution for any crime committed by victim of human trafficking under certain circumstances.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

S 361 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes affirmative defense to prosecution for any crime committed by victim of human trafficking under certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Doug Steinhardt (Republican), Holly Schepisi (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Doug Steinhardt (Republican); Holly Schepisi (Republican).