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Misrepresenting yourself as a veteran or active member of the military would land you in deeper trouble under a bill that has begun advancing in the state Senate.
The Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee voted 4-0 to approve the “New Jersey Stolen Valor Act” (S2704) which would make it a third degree crime impersonate a veteran or member of the military by wearing a uniform, medal or insignia “for the purpose of obtaining money, property or another benefit.”
It’s already illegal a fourth degree crime under state law to wear a military uniform “with the intent to deceive,” though not necessarily for personal gain. Fourth degree crimes are punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment. Third degree crimes are be punishable by three tofive years imprisonment.
The bill also would levy a $1,000 fine on anyone who falsely claims to be the recipient of a decoration or model “with intent to deceive for the purpose of obtaining money, property, or other tangible benefit.”
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