Car storage and shipping providers would have to guard against stolen cars entering or leaving New Jersey

Providers would have to take reasonable steps to prevent stolen cars from being moved into or out of New Jersey. This would cover people who offer car storage, transportation, or transportation brokerage services. The duty would take effect immediately if the bill became law.

The Attorney General could ask a court to fine providers who violate that duty. The duty covers car storage and shipping providers handling stolen cars moved into or out of New Jersey. A first offense could bring a fine of up to $1 million per stolen car; a later offense could bring a fine of up to $5 million. Receiving a car to return it to its owner would be a defense. A criminal conviction would not be required. The fine rule would take effect immediately if the bill became law.