The enforceable sentences in New Jersey's bullying law — deadlines where they exist, and the demand that works where they don't.
Investigation deadline in law: Initiated within 1 school day of the report; completed within 10 school days of the written report (18A:37-15(b)(6)).
Parent notice: none in statute.
Victim transfer: No statutory transfer right.
Retaliation for reporting: prohibited by statute.
Source: N.J.S.A. 18A:37-15
The five paper-trail moves + the written report
Rules checked October 2026 — every rule on this page is cited to its source. Verify day counts against your district's official calendar.