Feb. 05, 2026
Understanding the 2026 Amendments to N.J.S.A. 9:2-4: What New Jersey Parents & Attorneys Need to Know
Updated Child Custody Law in New Jersey (Effective Immediately) In January 2026, Governor Murphy signed Senate Bill S4510/A5761, bringing sweeping changes to New Jersey Statutes Annotated § 9:2-4 (Custody of child; rights of both parents considered). This amendment essentially rewrites the foundational child custody statute in the State of New Jersey and is effective immediately for all custody cases, both pending and future. These changes
