New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 362: Increases penalties for certain motor vehicle theft and carjacking offenses; establishes presumption of pretrial detention in enumerated circumstances.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 362 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases penalties for certain motor vehicle theft and carjacking offenses; establishes presumption of pretrial detention in enumerated circumstances. Primary sponsor: Vicky Flynn (Republican), Gerry Scharfenberger (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vicky Flynn | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Gerry Scharfenberger | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Bob Auth | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Sean Kean | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee