State of New Jersey | Department of Law & Public Safety

Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney General

AG Platkin, Division of Consumer Affairs Announce Proposed Rules to Combat Sexual Misconduct and Abuse in Physician Exam Rooms

Apr 15, 2024 | | | | | | | | | Consumer Protection | Division of Consumer Affairs | Press Release | Protecting New Jersey Consumers | Protecting New Jersey in Court | Sexual Assault Victims | Statutes, Regulations & Rules

Advancing New Jersey’s ongoing efforts to combat sexual misconduct and abuse in professional settings, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs (“Division”) today announced the publication of proposed rules to enhance and expand patient protections and help prevent sexual misconduct by physicians.

Governor Murphy, Attorney General Platkin Announce $12 Million in Funding for Community Crisis Response Teams

Apr 12, 2024 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Arrive Together | Behavioral Health | Mental Health | Office of Alternative Community Responses | Press Release

Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that up to $12 million in funding will be made available to establish the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) Pilot Program.

Attorney General’s Office Investigating Fatal Crash in Southampton, N.J., Involving On-Duty New Jersey State Trooper

Apr 9, 2024 | Office of Public Integrity and Accountability | Press Release | Public Integrity

The Attorney General’s Office is investigating a fatal crash involving a New Jersey State Police (NJSP) vehicle that occurred Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Southampton Township in Burlington County, New Jersey. One adult male civilian sustained fatal injuries. His identity is not being released at this time.