This bill amends New Jersey's sexual assault laws to classify acts of sexual penetration or sexual contact committed by transportation network company drivers or taxicab drivers against passengers as aggravated sexual assault or aggravated sexual contact, respectively. Specifically, it stipulates that if a driver uses coercion or acts without the passenger's affirmative and freely-given permission, they will be guilty of aggravated sexual assault, a crime of the first degree, or aggravated sexual contact, a crime of the third degree. The bill also includes a definition of a transportation network company driver, aligning it with existing legislation.

The amendments to N.J.S.2C:14-2 and N.J.S.2C:14-3 introduce new provisions that specifically address the conduct of drivers in these roles, thereby enhancing legal protections for passengers. The bill emphasizes the seriousness of these offenses by establishing significant penalties, including lengthy prison sentences and substantial fines. The changes aim to deter such criminal behavior and provide a clearer legal framework for prosecuting these offenses.