Human Services, Office of the Attorney General & Motor Vehicle Commission Announce Efforts to Assist Law Enforcement when Interacting with Residents with Autism & Communication Disorders

Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, and Acting Motor Vehicle Commission Chief Administrator Latrecia Littles-Floyd today announced new efforts underway to assist law enforcement officers to communicate effectively and avoid misunderstandings during encounters with individuals who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or a communication disorder.

AG Platkin Announces Grantees in Trenton, Atlantic City Will Receive Additional $130K to Run Youth Boxing Programs

Programs will Provide Fitness Training, Mentoring, Career Development in Boxing and Law Enforcement, and Life Skills to Youth Participants For Immediate Release: February 20, 2025 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralState Athletic...

State Athletic Control Board Adopts Sports Betting Policy

The New Jersey State Athletic Control Board (SACB) announced that it has recently adopted an updated sports betting policy for all licensees, officials, and employees.

Juvenile Justice Commission Hosts 2024 Youth Justice Conference

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Juvenile Justice Commission (JJC) celebrated 20 years of implementing the groundbreaking Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI). The JJC hosted its 2024 Youth Justice Conference on Thursday, October 10th and Friday, October 11th.

AG Platkin Announces Working Group to Examine Uses for Secure Youth Facilities Upon Closure

With plans progressing for new youth facilities in New Jersey and two existing facilities set to close, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced the creation of the Youth Justice Working Group: From Secure Care to Restorative Care, tasked with providing recommendations regarding repurposing the two facilities due to close.

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