This bill establishes the New Jersey Human Trafficking Criminal Registry, which will provide the public with information about individuals convicted of specific human trafficking offenses who are currently incarcerated, on parole, or participating in a residential community release program. The registry will be organized into four categories, detailing information such as the names, sentences, and criminal histories of those convicted of human trafficking-related crimes, including human trafficking itself, providing assistance for trafficking, and advertising commercial sexual abuse of minors. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect real estate professionals from liability for failing to disclose information from the registry.

Moreover, the bill mandates the development of educational curricula related to human trafficking for various sectors, including law enforcement, healthcare, and education. The Attorney General, in collaboration with other state departments, will implement mandatory training courses for police officers, hotel and motel staff, and healthcare employees to enhance their ability to identify and respond to human trafficking cases. The bill also emphasizes the importance of incorporating human trafficking prevention education into school curricula at various educational levels. The act is set to take effect six months after its enactment, with anticipatory actions allowed for its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2C:13-12