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New Jersey May Enforce Adult Curfew in Effort to Lower Crime

By Lependorf & Silverstein

Law enforcement and government officials are considering implementing a mandatory curfew for people of all ages in Paterson, New Jersey, due to an influx in homicides and gun-related crimes seen so far this year. According to a newjerseynewsroom.com report, Paterson, as largely populated city in New Jersey, has experienced 30 shootings already this year, including 6 New Jersey homicides. If the measure gets approved after the City Council reviews it on September 1, the curfew would last for two months and dissuade individuals from loitering outside from midnight to 7a.m. Those who violate the curfew could be penalized with a $2,000 fine and a 90-day jail sentence. Mayor Jose Torres stated, ?We?re trying to think outside the box?this was triggered predominantly by fear among city residents over the shootings that have been occurring this summer...continue to full post

Full post as published by New Jersey Criminal Defense Blog on September 03, 2009 (boomark / email).