jmcgowe

Many thanks for the replies to this "newbie" request. There is no question that the NJ firearm laws are complex and confusing, which is why I reached out to this forum. I have also read and reread the relevant NJ statutes and have called the NJ State Police to inquire about my situation. Here are the conclusions I have come to: Although my primary residence is in FL, I am considered a dual resident, and thus can transport my handgun to my NJ vacation home. I cannot find the term "dual resident" in the statutes, but it appears I am covered under 2C: 39-6 e (which is included in NJ2AS-LLC's response above...thanks), which permits transport "...between one place of business or residence and another when moving..." I must, of course, transport the handgun properly in accordance with section g (i.e. unloaded, securely encased, etc) I do not need a NJ FID to transport the handgun, but I will need one to purchase handgun ammo. While it might be possible to obtain a resident FID, I have decided to obtain a non-resident one through the NJ State Police. This is what they advised. It also appears that I can transport (properly under section g, of course) the handgun from my NJ residence to a target range as provided in 2C: 39-6 f (3) (b). Notwithstanding the above, there is no question that this is not risk free. There is always the possibility that I could undergo some serious travel disruptions if stopped for a traffic violation by local police. Of course, this holds true in any state enroute to NJ, although some states would be more accomodating than others. Anyway, many thanks again for your replies. I would, of course, welcome any further comments or opinions. This appears to be a serious and well-run website and I'm glad I posted here.

Situation: FL resident with vacation home in NJ has legally purchased handgun which he wants to bring to his NJ vacation home so he can shoot at a public range in the state. Can he do it?