Number of Public Servants Seeking Confidentiality Grows at a Rapid Pace

Over 10,000 Public Servants Now Protected Under New Jersey’s Daniel’s Law; Office of Information Privacy reaches a major milestone in safeguarding the personal information of at-risk officials through expanded confidentiality measures.

The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) announced that the Office of Information Privacy (OIP) has now designated more than 10,000 individuals as “covered persons,” ensuring their residential addresses are shielded from public disclosure across government records and websites.

Established in 2022, the OIP was created to administer Daniel’s Law, which protects the home addresses of active, formerly active, or retired judicial officers, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and child protective investigators. These roles often expose individuals and their families to personal risk, prompting the state to enhance protections. Daniel’s Law is named in honor of Daniel Anderl, the late son of U.S. District Judge Esther Salas, who was tragically killed in an attack targeting his family’s residence.

“Daniel’s Law is a powerful reminder that those who serve the public deserve protection—not only on the job, but in the comfort of their own homes,” said Acting Governor Tahesha Way. “Now that we have surpassed 10,000 covered persons under Daniel’s Law, I want to express my deep gratitude to Commissioner Suárez, Director Feher, and all of the OIP staff who have worked tirelessly to make these protections possible for our public servants. I am especially thankful for Judge Salas and her husband Mark, who have shown extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable loss. This law not only honors Daniel’s life, but it ensures that his legacy lives on through meaningful change.”

“Now, more than ever before, we need to protect the judiciary and its independence. Thanks to Daniel’s Law, New Jersey continues to protect its judiciary, honor the rule of law, and defend our democracy. This milestone is a reflection of those values, and we are so very proud that New Jersey remains committed to continuing this vital and critical work," said U.S. District Judge Esther Salas.

The Office of Information Privacy works with state, county, and local agencies to redact covered individuals’ home addresses from publicly accessible records and websites. It also offers training, resources, and technical assistance to help public entities comply with the confidentiality requirements mandated by the law.

With the number of covered individuals steadily increasing, the milestone of surpassing 10,000 protected persons highlights the growing demand for privacy measures among public servants in New Jersey.

For more information on eligibility requirements or to apply for protection under Daniel’s Law, the NJDCA directs interested parties to visit https://www.nj.gov/dca/oip.