Procedure to legally own a gun in NJ

[johnp292]

I'm so glad I live in Arizona now.

[SB251]

I moved from NJ to NH and back again after 3 years. I was worried about the same thing, especially driving through MA. I called the State Police in each state and was given pretty much the same information. Guns locked in a case, unloaded and ammunition if carried locked in a separate case. As I had time to plan this I made sure I had no ammo to carry. Also, and they all made this very clear, if pulled over FOR ANY REASON, make sure you let them know that you are carrying weapons. The last thing you want is for a State Trooper to "accidentally" find a gun in your car that you did not tell them about.

Ona aseparate note, does anyone know the procedures for transferring a gun from one state to another. My mother in law bought me an AR15 for my birthday (yes, she is oneof the good ones!). SHe lives in PA and I in NJ. Can I simply have the transfer done legally by a gun shop in NJ? What paperwork do I need? I did this once a while ago from FL to NJ, but that was a pistol not a rifle and I amnot familiar with PA laws. Any help would be appreicated.
Thanks

[NJGOAT]

Originally Posted by SB251

Ona aseparate note, does anyone know the procedures for transferring a gun from one state to another. My mother in law bought me an AR15 for my birthday (yes, she is oneof the good ones!). SHe lives in PA and I in NJ. Can I simply have the transfer done legally by a gun shop in NJ? What paperwork do I need? I did this once a while ago from FL to NJ, but that was a pistol not a rifle and I amnot familiar with PA laws. Any help would be appreicated.
Thanks

I believe that most (if not all) versions of the AR15 are illegal in NJ, so there is most likely no way for you to legally transfer one and you certainly can't buy one in the state. This is a pretty complex question and one probably better asked on any one of the multiple NJ specific sportsman and gun forums that are out there. NJgunforums.com is one of the largest such sites and you will get the types of answers you are looking for.

[CaptainNJ]

Originally Posted by NJGOAT

I believe that most (if not all) versions of the AR15 are illegal in NJ, so there is most likely no way for you to legally transfer one and you certainly can't buy one in the state. This is a pretty complex question and one probably better asked on any one of the multiple NJ specific sportsman and gun forums that are out there. NJgunforums.com is one of the largest such sites and you will get the types of answers you are looking for.

they arent all illegal as far as i know (unless the changes make them lose their ar15 name). your magazine capacity limit is a big issue since lots of those come with 30 rounders. then there are cosmetic things. i found it online, the following criteria make your scary black gun illegal in nj:

"i. A semi-automatic rifle that has the ability to accept a detachable magazine and has at least two of the following:

(1) A folding or telescoping stock;

(2) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon;

(3) A bayonet mount;

(4) A flash suppressor or threaded barrel designed to accommodate a flash suppressor; and

(5) A grenade launcher"

Is *Insert any semi automatic rifle* legal in NJ? - New Jersey Gun Forums

[mumra]

I assume you have a valid NJ FPID and are able to legally own firearms in state of NJ. If so, Long guns you fill out Certificate of eligibility And the long gun must be nj compliant meaning the specific Model is not listed on the ban list, 15 round limit and only one "evil" feature (in the case that is the pistol grip). So pin you stock if is adjustable/collapsible. Going thru FFL is only required for pistols.
By the way if an officer pulls you over and is searching your car then you have already done something wrong. I wouldn't say a word if I was pulled over for a traffic violation knowing that my stuff is transported in a compliant manner. NJ firearms transportation laws pretty much require the firearms out of sight locked in trunk or case (trigger lock won't cut it). If you have an vehicle without a trunk such as an suv van or wagon make sure you have your firearms in in the back in a LOCKED case and cover it up cause some of the rifle cases scream firearms unless you use an inconspicuous case like a guitar case or tennis racket bag.
Safe travels.

[CaptainNJ]

if your long gun is a shotgun, you can have more evil features as long as its pump action and not semi automatic. i also believe the capacity limit on a semi auto shotgun is 6 shells.