Spent yesterday afternoon with Trenton Central High School's youth advisory group and @SandSJ_NJ, hearing student leaders' perspectives about this election cycle. Dialogue like this is key to building the future they deserve both in and outside of the classroom.

NJ has led youth justice reform since 2004--the first state to implement the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative statewide. AG Platkin & the Juvenile Justice Commission welcomed experts to the 2024 Youth Justice Conference to keep NJ striving for justice for its youth.

What happens when you combine the best trained law enforcement officers, a holistic approach to combating gun violence, and innovating public safety strategies? You’re safer. Period. newsweek.com/democrats-lead…

High risk situations demand smart responses. Our new policy equips officers with essential tools to manage and stabilize barricaded encounters, putting safety and de-escalation first. This is how NJ’s redefining public safety, setting a national standard for safe crisis response.

No matter what you've heard, here's a fact: You CAN display signs prohibiting guns in and around your establishment. For those who wish to declare their property a "gun-free zone" by downloading a decal or requesting one for free, visit njoag.gov/gunfreezone.

Two years ago, we took a strong stance against Florida’s cruel and unconstitutional “Don’t Say Gay” law. Our message remains clear: New Jersey will always defend the rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ youth, and we will push back against policies that stigmatize and harm them.

NJ leads the way in youth justice reforms, aiming to transform the State’s approach and provide justice, equity, and restorative care for young individuals who encounter the criminal legal system. WATCH LIVE as we share another youth justice milestone: youtube.com/newjerseyoag

We are pleased to announce the initial recipients of our CCRT grants. We look forward to working with these trusted community partners to build community crisis response models in our ongoing effort to create a safer and healthier NJ. njoag.gov/governor-murph…

Gun violence is a public health epidemic, and we cannot and will not accept it as normal in New Jersey. Thank you to all community partners and advocates who joined First Assistant Lyndsay Ruotolo at this week’s #WearOrange rally to end gun violence. #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth

In New Jersey, we're tackling gun violence with urgency and with a holistic approach that treats it like the public health crisis that it is. Thanks to our partners in the community and in law enforcement who joined our Symposium on Gun and Community Violence Prevention.

We #WearOrange today because every day, we face the threat of gun violence—in our schools, supermarkets, celebrations, and daily lives. We remember the lives of every person affected by this horrific epidemic, and we continue the fight for a future free from gun violence.

This month, we think of every person affected by gun violence — the lives lost, the survivors crippled with grief, the families traumatized, the communities shattered. It's a myth that nothing can be done to stop or prevent this uniquely American epidemic, and NJ is proof.

Combating gun violence means holding reckless gun sellers accountable. Thank you to our Statewide Affirmative Firearms Enforcement (SAFE) Office for their work, especially as we recognize #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth. Learn more: ow.ly/9M4A50S8VTn

The facts don’t lie: you’re safer in NJ than you are in states like MS, and that’s because of our comprehensive firearms laws & strong enforcement of them. Thank you @NJGVRC for hosting today’s summit and for the opportunity to highlight our ongoing efforts to end gun violence.

In New Jersey, we believe in second chances. Meeting individuals leaving the criminal justice system with opportunities rather than obstacles is just & means better public safety. Glad for the chance to speak at New Jersey’s Second Chance Conference at @montclairstateu today.

Paterson's annual Blue Mass honors the bravery of the fallen heroes who have given their lives in service to our communities. We remember each of them and their sacrifices, legacies, and service. We keep them and their loved ones in our prayers.

Meeting with our youth to inspire them to be our future leaders is a vital part of being a public servant. They’re part of building safer communities, both now and in the future. Inspired by the students at Paterson Academy for the Gifted & Talented during this week's career day!

'Against All Enemies' explores why some vets join extremist groups youtu.be/RguHYNFH7Ak?si… via @YouTube

Monopolies are the antithesis of our free market economy. They drive up costs and limit options for consumers across our states and across the country. And because of actions we are taking today, alongside our partners in @TheJusticeDept – we will stop them.

Today I issued a Directive formally establishing the Office of Alternative and Community Responses. OACR will improve how law enforcement responds to calls that would benefit from a public health response, and provide greater resources for a safer NJ. bit.ly/3IBoNGh