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Many people assume buying a BB gun is simple — especially if they grew up in another state where pellet guns and air rifles are treated like sporting goods or toys. In New Jersey, however, the law treats most BB guns and pellet guns as firearms. That means the process for buying one can be…
Magazine Capacity Limits in New Jersey New Jersey law currently limits most firearm magazines to 10 rounds of ammunition. Magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds are generally prohibited under state law. This law applies to many types of firearms, including both handguns and rifles. History of the Law New Jersey previously allowed magazines…
Hollow point ammunition is legal in New Jersey, but it is regulated under state law. New Jersey law allows firearm owners to possess hollow point ammunition in certain locations and circumstances. However, the law places restrictions on where hollow point ammunition can be carried or transported. Where Hollow Point Ammunition Is Allowed New Jersey residents…
Article Content Understanding Self-Defense Laws in New Jersey Many firearm owners ask an important question: Can you legally shoot someone in self-defense in New Jersey? The answer depends heavily on the specific circumstances and whether the use of deadly force meets the legal requirements defined under New Jersey law. New Jersey allows the use of…
What Is Self-Defense Insurance? Self-defense insurance is a type of legal protection program that may help firearm owners cover the costs associated with defending themselves in court after a self-defense incident. Even when a person believes they acted lawfully in self-defense, legal investigations and court proceedings can be complex and expensive. Some firearm owners choose…
Overview of Ongoing Legal Challenges New Jersey firearm laws have been the subject of several legal challenges in federal courts over the past decade. These cases often focus on whether specific firearm regulations comply with the protections of the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. Recent court decisions, particularly the Supreme Court’s ruling in…
In June 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued a major decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen. The Court ruled that the Constitution protects an individual’s right to carry a handgun in public for self-defense. The decision also struck down New York’s previous “may issue” licensing system, which required applicants…
Overview of New Jersey’s Magazine Capacity Law New Jersey law currently limits most firearm magazines to a capacity of 10 rounds of ammunition. The state previously allowed magazines holding up to 15 rounds, but legislation enacted in 2018 reduced the legal limit to 10 rounds. The law applies to most detachable firearm magazines used in…
New Jersey has some of the most restrictive firearm regulations in the United States. In recent years, several of these laws have faced legal challenges in both federal and state courts. Many of these lawsuits focus on how firearm regulations should be interpreted following the United States Supreme Court’s decision in New York State Rifle…
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