This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Rules of Evidence in New Jersey, allowing for the admissibility of "fresh complaint" evidence in cases of sexual assault or employment discrimination. Specifically, it permits statements made by the victim shortly after the incident, provided these statements are spontaneous, voluntary, and directed to someone the victim would typically seek for support. The resolution aims to enhance the credibility of the complainant's testimony, counter any negative inferences that may arise from delays in reporting, and provide context for the investigative process leading to a defendant's arrest.

The resolution outlines that such fresh complaint statements can be used to assess the credibility of the complainant, to negate assumptions of fabrication due to initial silence, and to clarify the narrative of events relevant to the case. If adopted by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, this rule would take effect immediately upon the Governor's signature, streamlining the process for its implementation without the need for a Judicial Conference presentation.