New Jersey lawmakers propose holding parents responsible for children's disruptive boardwalk behavior, blaming recent juvenile justice reforms for fostering lawlessness.
New Jersey police chiefs and Republican lawmakers propose that parents be held civilly or criminally responsible for their children's disruptive behavior at Jersey Shore boardwalks. Following disturbances, including a stabbing in Ocean City and the closure of Wildwood's boardwalk, officials blame recent juvenile justice reforms for fostering an environment of lawlessness. They suggest increased penalties and the creation of alcohol and cannabis-free zones to address the issue.
June 12, 2024
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