This bill prohibits the issuance and execution of no-knock warrants for residences, requiring law enforcement officers to follow specific protocols before executing arrest or search warrants at such locations. Officers must knock on the door, announce their identity and purpose, and wait a minimum of 30 seconds for occupants to respond, unless exigent circumstances arise. Additionally, any arrest or search warrant executed at a residence must include these requirements.

The bill also amends the use of force provisions in New Jersey law, stipulating that the use of force during an arrest is only justifiable if the warrant is valid or believed to be valid, and if the execution of the warrant complies with the new requirements for residential entries. This change aims to enhance accountability and safety during law enforcement operations, particularly in light of incidents involving no-knock warrants, such as the tragic case of Breonna Taylor.