We advanced legislation from Sen. Paul Moriarty aimed to crack down on organized fighting and other disruptive behavior at a public gathering. The two bills are part of a legislative package introduced in response to recent community events that have been plagued by fights and other such disturbances. In June of 2024, it was reported that an annual event in Gloucester Township was disrupted by unruly crowds and multiple fights, leading to a dozen arrests. “Community gatherings are meant to be celebratory events that draw people together, but recent disruptions by large groups have spoiled the spirit of such gatherings, and in some cases placed the general health and safety of all who attend at risk,” said Senator Moriarty. “These bills are meant to make such incidents less frequent and to give our public safety officers more training and resources to help bring these situations under control.”?
