N.J. State Sen. Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove of the 9th Legislative District have reintroduced a bill – S-1207/A-750 – that would create a new offense of theft by financial exploitation of vulnerable persons, targeting individuals in positions of trust who commit theft against a senior citizen or someone with a disability.

“Protecting our society’s most vulnerable citizens remains a core responsibility of government and law enforcement.