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NJ Anti-Looting Bill Introduced in Response to Sandy

Kevin McArdle — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:10:32 +0000

While millions of New Jersey residents and businesses were devastated by Superstorm Sandy on October 29, there were many reported incidents of looting and robbery in the storm’s aftermath despite Governor Chris Christie’s declaration of a state of emergency.

Penalties for Looting During Disasters Could Increase [AUDIO]

Stacy Proebstle — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:35:38 +0000

If you're caught looting during a disaster, you could face jail time and big fines. The state Legislature is introducing a bill that will increase penalties for burglars and would-be thieves.

Senator Barbara Buono's Bill Seeks to Toughen Sentences for Looters – Good Idea? [POLL]

Ray Rossi — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:08:55 +0000

Yesterday Steve Trevelise tackled a subject that would stiffen penalties for towing companies and any businesses that would prey on vulnerable citizens during states of emergency.

He’d call it "Sandy’s Law"…and while I thought the intent of the proposal was good, I’m of the school of