The Transparency in Prosecutorial Communication Act mandates that the Attorney General (AG) of New Jersey must provide updated press releases regarding the outcomes of investigations. Specifically, whenever the AG publishes a press release announcing the initiation of an investigation, they are also required to issue a follow-up press release at the conclusion of that investigation, detailing its outcome. This requirement aims to enhance transparency and ensure that the public is informed about the results of investigations, as press releases are often the primary source of information available to the public.

The bill emphasizes the importance of keeping the public informed, given that they typically do not have access to investigative files. By ensuring that updated press releases are issued, the act seeks to prevent situations where the public remains uninformed about the results of investigations that were previously announced. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.