Dewhitewolf

Ridiculous. I remember when I worked day shift I was always scheduled closing shift on holidays, so that I missed opportunity to celebrate. It wasn't like there were special sales (usually they were limited to a limited quantity items brought in only for the holiday). I guess it was just my employer's way of telling me that I don't deserve a life.

The hunter safety course certificate (or whatever proof they issue as proof of completion) is acceptable as proof of firearms training, as long as live fire is involved. If all you did was sit in a classroom and discuss hunting regulations, then it won't be acceptable. A hunting license is NOT eligible as proof; Florida does not know if your hunting license requires proof of training. Basically any live fire firearm course taught by a certified instructor meets the requirement for a Florida carry license. Of course, if you are serious about carrying a firearm for defense, consider getting some defensive training. Merely carrying a gun does not guarantee that you would prevail in a gun fight. Yes it is $117, and I'm surprised and glad that it hasn't increased in price. One thing that has increased is the length of time it's good for; it used to be 5 years, now it's 7!

An easy way to remember it is that the only non-resident CCW's that Florida will honor are its own. PA honors licenses based on the state that issued the license, not the residency of the license holder.

Be sure to check the individual state you plan on visiting. States like Colorado, Kansas, and even New Hampshire do not allow you to carry with a FL license if you are not a resident of FL.

This practice is nothing new. I remember when Sports Authority still sold guns, I asked to look at a rifle. They wouldn't let me because I didn't have my FID with me; they said it as the law. This was new to me, since I had looked at rifles at other stores without having to have my FID. It is possible that it is the store's policy. It is also just as possible that the state police superintendant imposed an order on all gun dealers; it may not be law, per se, but not complying will get unwanted attention on licensed dealers. When considering how hostile NJ is toward gun owners, it is even more hostile towards gun dealers. So keep that in mind and cut them a little slack if they won't show you a firearm without FID or purchase permit.

Of course--it's a work restricted permit.

One other thing--since this post is about carrying a concealed, it is important to know that the statute does not differentiate between open and concealed carry. So all carry is prohibited, whether concealed or open.

Can you drive with a photocopy of your driver's license? There's your answer.

I took that to mean as a component of a gun, but djg is probably right. Though I am curious why BB and pellet guns are regulated as firearms, but airsoft guns are not. It would seem that this particular statute puts them all in the same category.

When I first heard about SORA, I automatically assumed that this meant that security guard salaries were going to increase. However, when I review the help wanted ads for security personnel, I still see rates of $9-11 per hour most of the time (others up to $14, but those are few and far between). Maybe you have some insight on this, but I just don't see the incentive for someone to pay almost $200 to go through the SORA process for a job that pays a walmart wage. Not to brag, but I make more than that at my job (warehouse labor).

I have a Glock 17 and a SigSauer P226. I find the grip on the Glock to be narrower. However, I also put rubber grips on my Sig for comfort (this makes the grip a little wide). My Sig is the older style, without the tactical rails on the slide (I had night sights installed on it). It takes a double stack magazine (if you want narrower, a P239 has a narrower grip because it is single stack). My Glock is a newer style, with a tactical rail and finger contours on the grip. I prefer the feel and weight of the Sig. I'm just not a Glock guy.

Sorry to hear about that. This is why I feel I have to keep a low profile about my enthusiasm for firearms. While I would say that it's typical New Jersey, both Facebook and Disney World have nothing to do with NJ at all. So apparently the anti-gun "virus" is spreading.

Even if you were to relocate to NJ, you are not required to register your firearms or anything like that (no action on your part is required). As long as the firearms are legal to own in NJ, you may bring them.

Firearm Related This one www.njcsd.org (NJ Coalition for Self Defense--primarily about protecting and enhancing the right to self defense in NJ) www.thefiringline.com (The Firing Line, with forums from just about everything related to guns) www.usacarry.com (mostly about concealed and open carry, with other forums on politics, legislation, and a state specific section) www.frontsight.com (firearm training organization near Las Vegas, Nevada. Forums limited to members) Other Sites www.snowboard.com (especially during the winter months) www.youtube.com (Where I have posted some videos from a vintage military vehicle show, and keep a list of favorite videos involving other firearms groups. This is an under-utilized resource for the NJ gun owners' movement) www.kaplan.edu (I am enrolled in courses to get my degree, so I am here quite often!)

In NRA training, they don't want you using the word weapon. Instead, call it a gun, firearm, pistol, rifle, revolver, whatever it happens to be. The NRA believes the word weapon has negative connotations, and they do not want to be associated with that. That's fine with me, especially if your firearms are for purposes other than defense (bullseye, hunting, etc.) At Front Sight, they believe that by avoiding the use of the word weapon is "sugarcoating." They do not believe that we, as gun owners, can win over the gun haters by following that mentality. FS believes using the word weapon is one way of being honest with the anti-gun crowd and the media. By being honest, trust can build, and common ground can be found. I won't doubt that my firearms are weapons. They are listed classified as weapons, and each one was designed to be used as a weapon. Furthermore, they are not the tricked out, customized target guns used in bullseye competition. Much of my training is on using them for defense, whether at home or when I am in a state where I can carry.

Here's some info from the NJ statutes page: 2C:39-4 Possession of weapons for unlawful purposes. a. Firearms. (1) Any person who has in his possession any firearm with a purpose to use it unlawfully against the person or property of another is guilty of a crime of the second degree. (2) Any person who possesses, receives or transfers a community gun is guilty of a crime of the second degree and shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment by the court. The term of imprisonment shall include the imposition of a minimum term. The minimum term shall be fixed at one-half of the sentence imposed by the court or three years, whichever is greater and during which the defendant shall be ineligible for parole. As used in this paragraph, "community gun" means a firearm that is transferred among, between or within any association of two or more persons who, while possessing that firearm, engage in criminal activity or use it unlawfully against the person or property of another. 2C:39-5 Unlawful possession of weapons b. Handguns. Any person who knowingly has in his possession any handgun, including any antique handgun, without first having obtained a permit to carry the same as provided in N.J.S.2C:58-4, is guilty of a crime of the third degree if the handgun is in the nature of an air gun, spring gun or pistol or other weapon of a similar nature in which the propelling force is a spring, elastic band, carbon dioxide, compressed or other gas or vapor, air or compressed air, or is ignited by compressed air, and ejecting a bullet or missile smaller than three-eighths of an inch in diameter, with sufficient force to injure a person. Otherwise it is a crime of the second degree. c. Rifles and shotguns. (1) Any person who knowingly has in his possession any rifle or shotgun without having first obtained a firearms purchaser identification card in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.2C:58-3, is guilty of a crime of the third degree

I don't discuss guns except with gun friendly folks. Way back when I first applied for my NJ FID, anytime I discussed it I would always be the target of personal attacks: "what do you need a gun for? you're probably just gonna shoot yourself!" I never bring it up, and often times if someone else brings it up, I get to notice how ignorant they are when it comes to guns.

There is a discussion about this in the NJ Gun Laws category. You can read about it here: bringing-a-handgun-over-state-lines--t998.html The general consensus is that a non-resident of NY may legally bring rifles and shotguns into NY, but not handguns(with limited exceptions). Handguns require licensing in NY, and only NY residents can be licensed. As far as transport across state lines, you are legal as long as the firearms are unloaded, separate from the ammunition, inaccessible to the passenger compartment, etc. Also, the firearms themselves must be legal in the state of origin and the state of destination.

You may legally bring firearms to Pennsylvania. You must transport them unloaded and in the trunk of your vehicle (or otherwise inaccessible to the passenger compartment). The Firearm Owners Protection Act (aka, Mcclure-Volkmer act) grants you the right to transport firearms across state lines, provided you can legally possess the firearms in the state of origin, and also in the state of destination. I have been shooting at PA ranges for years without any problems.

I used to go to Ray's. I stopped going because of the increased commute time because of growing traffic, and because the jug handle I used to take to get to the other side of Rt 22 didn't allow left turns anymore. Then I started going to Sunset Hill in PA more frequently (until they replaced the manually retractable targets with machine operated ones with an extra fee). I've taken courses through NJ Firearms Academy, where we shot at Bayonne and at North Bergen. Then there was the rifle course that was hosted in upstate NY. Only place I'm a member of is Front Sight (First Family Member). I can take any course (at my membership level) there at no cost, but I still have to get myself out there more often!

It seems like NJ is trying to discourage gun ownership by closing down ranges one at a time. No place to shoot, no reason to own guns.

Just thought I'd chime in here to clarify a small point of confusion. It has been asked why retired police may carry. They can because they have been granted that right by statute. They do not carry under the "justifiable need" standard. Their right to carry is almost guaranteed under that standard (almost, because they must still meet all of the other criteria for a NJ carry permit). There are also a few "inconveniences" a retired officer must endure. First, retired officers must requalify every six months (other permit holders only need to every two years). They must also do it at their own expense; this is not a government subsidized entitlement. If I understand correctly, if they don't renew their permit for two years or more, they lose the right permanently, and then must try to apply under the "justifiable need" standard. There is also a maximum age of 70 for retired officers to carry. For other permit holders, there is no specified age. I don't know if LEOSA has changed any of this yet.

After waiting four months for my FID, I went in person to check on the status. The officer got annoyed each time I went (I went once every two weeks). He kept blaming some outside source, such as the FBI, the state police, or my personal references (he hadn't even sent them out yet). After the seventh month, he asked me in a very annoyed tone, "are you in some kind of hurry to get this?" I left immediately and went to the township office to file a complaint to the township administrator and the mayor. Two days later I got a phone call from another officer telling me that my documents were ready to be picked up anytime.

Yes, I forgot about that. Thank you rscalzo. You should always use snapcaps when dry firing a .22.

Well, with regard to the eye issue, I've been told by NRA instructors that you are "supposed" to shoot with both eyes open, with the hand on the same side as the dominant eye. I'm cross dominant, so I ignore that and simply close my left eye as I shoot with my right hand. Sometimes I'll use both eyes and simply move my arms slightly to the left to get a better natural alignment. When aiming, line up your sights on the target, but focus on the front sight. Take a deep breath, exhale slowly, briefly hold, then press the trigger. Keep aiming after you fire (don't check to see if you hit your target yet). Keep a firm, but not tight grip. Tight grip leads to "mashing," which throws off accuracy. The tension in your hands and wrists tends to turn your aim as you fire. Keep your finger in contact with the trigger--don't release it like game controller button. Hold the trigger to in the rear position after you fire (called trapping the trigger), then slowly release it forward, till you feel and hear a click. Don't let it all the way forward, and once you feel and hear that click, gently take out any slack in the trigger (this is called resetting the trigger). Try practicing "dry" at home (definitely make sure it is unloaded before you do so). Dry fire practice can help you perfect your techniques, and you'll see the results of your practice at the range. Consider training from a certified instructor. An instructor can better counsel you on improvement, and watch and determine what it is that is that you might be doing wrong.