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Been searching for info on out-of-state long gun transfers that don't involve money being exchanged..

 

I have my FID card. My father is a PA resident and has three NJ compliant long guns he wants to gift me. I'm hearing mixed thoughts on this and other forums regarding whether or not I need to go through an FFL to legally obtain them. Should the NJ FFL route be required, do the guns need to be driven to FFL in NJ or shipped? 

 

Thanks in advance. I know this is somewhat a popular topic so I appreciate the help. 

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The transfers between residents of different states must go through a dealer. In your case, a dealer in either state will suffice.

And you can ship or bring in person but I would think in person would be easier. Go visit your dad and take a trip to the local gun shop. I don't want to read about him in the paper because he didn't understand NJ laws when he was on his way to meet you with the guns in NJ. Transfers are cheaper in PA anyway. I really good FFL would do all three guns for $20. I have at least one near me like that.

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Assuming you used to live with your Dad in PA at some point in your life, are you sure he didn't give them to you then? I mean, maybe they are already yours...

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No, I have never resided there or anywhere else in PA.

 

I'm more interested in doing the right thing according to NJ law, even if it's a pain in the ass vs taking my chances by just picking them up and playing dumb. 

 

Also, what difference would it make whether I was with him or not while driving to NJ FFL if they're technically not mine?

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Ok, one more thing and I'll be done...

 

He revealed to me that he knows an FFL in Jersey right across the Del River from him that can help us out...let's say I meet him and drive to Jersey with the long guns, without any ammo. Do they need to be in individual cases, or can they be locked in the truck as is? Thanks again for everyone's help. 

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No cases needed per law. Locked trunk is fine. Wrap them in a bed sheet if you want, ie "vladtepes special".

Pulled over in a "sports sedan" (bad choice) with uncovered rifles being managed/held upright by the guy in the back seat. The other back seat and the floor had split logs and giant laundry detergent bottles.

 

"What's with all the firewood and laundry detergent? You boys making a bomb or a still?"

 

:D

 

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