New Jersey has very strict and harsh gun laws but surprisingly, there are many gun ranges throughout the State. Thus, it’s fair to say that the severe restrictions and penalties outlined in the criminal statutes are not discouraging citizens from using firearms recreationally. Although going to a gun range with your weapon is not entirely […]
Wondering if you are allowed to fire a BB gun in NJ? BB guns are legal in this state but, like many areas of the law, their legality is determined by the surrounding circumstances. As such, the answer to many questions surrounding BB guns is not a simple “yes” or “no” response but rather, it […]
New Jersey Simple Assault Charge for Recklessness with a Weapon While you may face numerous charges for recklessness with weapons in New Jersey, some of the most common are for simple assault. Reckless conduct involving a weapon is primarily governed by the Assault statute found under N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1 of the criminal code. The Assault statute […]
U.S. Supreme Court Makes Important Decision Regarding Right to Possess Firearms The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution reads, “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” This single sentence has sparked endless and controversial […]
What is the Gun Show Loophole? Presently, federal law requires all federally licensed firearms dealers to conduct background checks before selling a person a firearm. Moreover, the law makes it unlawful for any person to sell or transfer a firearm to any person the seller knows or has reasonable cause to believe cannot lawfully purchase […]