New JerseyPeople would face fines for sexual activity in government facilities
Anyone, including public workers and elected officials, would face civil fines for sexual activity in a government facility if this proposal becomes law.
What it does
Starting on the 90th day after enactment, anyone engaging in sexual activity in a government facility would face a $1,000 to $5,000 fine for a first violation or up to $10,000 for later ones.
Argument forFines could discourage sexual activity in government facilities and help public workers feel safer in those spaces.
Argument againstA visitor who violates the rule once could face at least $1,000 in fines, a steep cost for one incident.
More detail
The proposal would bar sexual activity in government facilities and impose civil fines on violators. It applies to anyone in state, county, or local government buildings and other facilities government bodies own or lease. Sexual activity includes intentional sexual touching of another person, oral sex or penetration, and exposing genitals for sexual arousal or gratification. A first violation would carry a fine of $1,000 to $5,000; a later violation could carry a fine of up to $10,000. The ban and fines would take effect on the 90th day after enactment.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 14Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government CommitteeIntroduced
Government & EthicsPublic Safety