N.J. Attorney General announces voter protection efforts for 2025 primary election
Key Measures Continue the Voter Protection Initiative
NEW JERSEY — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday that the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety (LPS) is taking several steps to ensure a fair, accessible, and secure voting experience during the upcoming 2025 primary election.
The department will once again deploy its Voter Protection Initiative to address voting rights and civil rights issues during early voting and on Election Day. Early in-person voting begins Tuesday, June 3.
“Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy. Here in New Jersey, we are proud to have free, fair, and secure elections, and we will work tirelessly to ensure that every eligible voter is able to exercise their fundamental right to vote,” said Attorney General Platkin. “We have the systems in place to address and resolve voting-related issues as they arise, and we will not tolerate any attempts to interfere with or disrupt our democratic process.”
The Voter Protection Initiative works with community stakeholders to identify and remedy barriers to voting access. The initiative enforces the New Jersey Civil Rights Act and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, among other protections, to safeguard voters’ rights.
The Division of Law will provide around-the-clock legal support to county election officials throughout the voting period, continuing a practice in place since 2022. Meanwhile, the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability will monitor reports of voter intimidation, electioneering, fraud, and other criminal activity, referring matters to appropriate authorities as needed.
Cybersecurity measures are also in place. The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell will monitor for threats to election systems and physical polling locations.
To guide law enforcement during the election, Platkin previously issued updated guidance in October 2024 outlining proper conduct and legal boundaries. Under New Jersey law, it is a criminal offense to solicit or electioneer voters within 100 feet of a polling place entrance. Violations are typically handled by poll workers, with law enforcement stepping in only when necessary.
Voters with questions or concerns can access resources through the LPS Voting Rights Resources webpage or the New Jersey Division of Elections website, which lists local contacts. The public may also call the Voter Information and Assistance Line toll-free at 1-877-NJVOTER (1-877-658-6837).
Those who experience discrimination or harassment while voting can file a complaint through the NJ BIAS online portal at https://bias.njcivilrights.gov or call 1-800-277-BIAS (1-800-277-2427). Depending on urgency, the Division on Civil Rights may address certain matters during or after the election.
