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Old June 15, 2013, 11:46 PM   #27
vladtepes
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This is from a thread I put together on another site.. but might be of value to you.. there is a lot more but it goes in to other aspects of firearms in NJ..

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.p...j-gun-law-faq/

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vladtepes, on 30 Nov 2011 - 02:37 AM, said:

THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE
If you would like legal advice hire a lawyer. This is a simple collection of information in regards to NJ law.
I have made every effort to present the information in a neutral manner.
This is a collection of information I have sourced on the web and information that has been shared here on the site between many of our very knowledgeable members.
OWNERSHIP/REGISTRATION

There is currently no mandatory firearm registration in effect in NJ. If you move to NJ with firearms you must be sure they are NJ legal but there is no need to register them in any way with the state.
Guns purchased while a NJ resident must be purchased within the guidelines of the state. All guns owned by NJ residents must be NJ legal.
WHAT FIREARMS ARE LEGAL TO OWN

In NJ you may not own an "assault firearm", an Assault firearm is defined in NJ by either of the following criteria. 1) An "assault firearm" can be any one of the guns listed by NJ. If the firearm is listed by name, it is illegal and you can NOT own it in NJ. 2) An "assault firearm" can also be any firearm that is "substantially identical" to the firearms listed by name. "Substantially identical" is defined by a group of characteristics listed below, if a firearm is "substantially identical" you may not own it.
(notice that the following information does NOT apply to revolver pistols, or pump shotguns)
1) The following is the list of banned firearms which are illegal to own in NJ.



2) If the gun is not listed by name, you have to also be sure the gun is not "substantially identical".
"Substantially identical" is defined in the following way.


A semi-automatic pistol that has an ability to accept a detachable magazine and has at least two of the following:


This means that if it is a semi-automatic pistol and has a detachable magazine it can have ONE of the following features and still be legal, but if it has two or more, then it would not be legal.

(1) An ammunition magazine that attaches to the pistol outside of the pistol grip;
(2) A threaded barrel capable of accepting a barrel extender, flash suppressor,
forward handgrip, or silencer;
(3) A shroud that is attached to, or partially or completely encircles the barrel and
that permits the shooter to hold the firearm with the non-trigger hand without being
burned;
(4) Manufactured weight of 50 ounces or more when the pistol is unloaded
(5) A semi-automatic version of an automatic firearm

Example
1) A glock (which is a semi automatic pistol that has a detachable magazine ) with a threaded barrel. LEGAL
2) A glock (which is a semi automatic pistol that has a detachable magazine ) with a threaded barrel AND a barrel shroud. ILLEGAL

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

This means that if it is a semi-automatic rifle and has a detachable magazine it can have ONE of the following features and still be legal, but if it has two or more, then it would not be legal.


(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;
(5) A grenade launcher

Example
1) An AR15 (which is a semi automatic rifle that has a detachable magazine ) with a pistol grip. LEGAL
2) An AR15 (which is a semi automatic rifle that has a detachable magazine ) with a pistol grip AND a flash hider. ILLEGAL

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A semi-automatic shotgun that has at least two of the following:

This means that if it is a semi-automatic shotgun and has a detachable magazine it can have ONE of the following features and still be legal, but if it has two or more, then it would not be legal.


(1) A folding or telescoping stock;
(2) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon;
(3) A fixed magazine capacity in excess of six rounds;
**note(having (1 - Folding stock) (2) or (3) on a semi auto shotgun makes the gun automatically illegal even if NO other evil features are present..)**
(4) An ability to accept a detachable magazine;


OR


A semi-automatic shotgun with either a magazine capacity exceeding six rounds, a folding stock
or a pistol grip;

It is important to note that the law states that the following is to be considered an assault weapon.

(3) A semi-automatic shotgun with either a magazine capacity exceeding six
rounds, a pistol grip, or a folding stock.



Example
1) A Saiga 12 (which is a semi automatic shotgun ). LEGAL
2) A Saiga 12 (which is a semi automatic shotgun ) with a pistol grip. ILLEGAL

Since "pistol grip" is a term NJ uses to describe a feature, it is important to know what NJ deems a pistol grip.
Take notice that it does not say fired comfortably with one hand.. it simply says fired..

"Pistol grip" means a well defined handle, similar to that found on a handgun, that protrudes
conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon, and which permits the firearm to be held and fired
with one hand.


OTHER FIREARM LEGALITIES/QUALIFICATIONS
It is also important to observe the minimum length a firearm can be.

Rifle
Overall Length 26in or more
Barrel Length 16in or more
Shotgun
Overall Length 26in or more
Barrel Length 18in or more


The accepted way to measure a barrel is to close the action of the weapon and insert a dowel into the barrel until it cannot go any further.
Mark the dowel remove and measure.
It is important to use a dowel that fits snugly to obtain an accurate measurement.

Magazine Capacity
A semi automatic firearm may not have a capacity greater than 15 rounds.
A semi automatic shotgun may not have a capacity greater than 6 rounds.
You may not ever posses a magazine for a semi automatic firearm that exceeds these limits, not even while modifying them to a legal limit.
The magazine must be modified before it reaches your hands. You may also not have a magazine that exceeds NJ legal capacity in the form of a "kit" or disassembled in pieces.
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