New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 365: Establishes criminal liability for property destruction occurring during auto theft and police pursuit for auto theft; requires restitution for damages incurred.

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

Plain-language summary

S 365 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes criminal liability for property destruction occurring during auto theft and police pursuit for auto theft; requires restitution for damages incurred. Primary sponsor: Doug Steinhardt (Republican), Tony Bucco (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Doug Steinhardt (Republican); Tony Bucco (Republican).