This bill amends the existing Sexual Violence Restorative Justice Pilot Program established by the Attorney General of New Jersey. It allows for the program to be implemented for a duration of three years or any other period for which funding is available. The bill specifies that the Attorney General will utilize the Division of Violence and Victim Assistance to design the program and will enter into an agreement with an organization selected through a request for proposal process, which must demonstrate expertise in trauma-informed care and is not associated with any law enforcement agency. The requirement for the organizations involved to be compensated has been removed, and the program will now provide services to victims throughout the state rather than being limited to specific counties.

Additionally, the bill establishes confidentiality and privilege for any communications or actions related to the restorative justice program, ensuring that such information is not accessible to the public or admissible in legal proceedings unless the privilege is waived. It outlines specific conditions under which the privilege does not apply, such as preventing serious harm or complying with other laws. The bill also mandates that if there is a challenge to the privilege in court, a judge must conduct a private hearing to determine its applicability. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the restorative justice framework for survivors of sexual violence while ensuring their privacy and the integrity of the process.