This bill amends the Internet Dating Safety Act to require Internet dating services to conduct criminal record screenings upon the request and consent of their members. Specifically, if a member seeks to obtain information about another member for dating or social purposes, the service must conduct a screening only if the requested member consents. This change aims to enhance safety measures for users of these services by allowing them to verify the backgrounds of potential matches.

Additionally, the bill mandates that Internet dating services that do not conduct criminal background screenings as a condition of membership must clearly disclose this fact to all New Jersey members. The disclosure must be made in bold, capital letters and in at least 12-point type, and it should be provided through various means, including during the sign-up process and in communications between members. The bill also outlines specific information that must be communicated regarding the limitations and nature of criminal background screenings, ensuring that members are aware of the potential risks involved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 56:8-171