This bill codifies the establishment of the Victim Information and Notification Everyday System (VINE system) and expands the notification requirements for victims of domestic violence. It mandates that whenever a defendant charged with a crime or offense involving domestic violence is released from custody, the prosecuting agency must notify the victim. Additionally, the bill specifies that victims who have been issued a temporary or final restraining order must be notified under various circumstances, including when the subject of the order is taken into custody, granted pretrial release, or released from a correctional facility.

The bill also establishes that the notification process will be automatic and conducted through the VINE system, which was previously established under Attorney General Law Enforcement Directive 2005-5. Furthermore, it allows the Attorney General to adopt rules and regulations to implement the provisions of the bill. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the safety and awareness of victims of domestic violence by ensuring they receive timely information regarding the status of their offenders.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 2C:25-26.1