Dewhitewolf

My apologies to everyone. I overslept and missed our time at Bullet Hole together. I was really looking forward to this when I was leaving work (I work nights and finished my shift at 5 am). I assure you that I had no intention of standing you guys up. That being said, I still do want to meet up with you folks. We'll just pick another time to do it.

I might have a friend or two who would be interested in coming as well. They don't own guns though.

I have four pistols (though I probably won't bring all four): beretta 92fs, h&k USP .45, SigSauer P226, Glock 17.

This is the closest thing to an invitation that I've gotten for New Year's Eve. Currently I have no plans, so this is a possibility!

If you want cheap booze, make friends with somebody in the military. They can buy booze on base with no state tax on it (which is why alcohol is so expensive in the first place).

Does anyone here go to Mountain Creek? I have a season pass there. I work nights, so I can pretty much be there any weekday or weekend if anyone wants to meetup. If we're close to each other, we can even carpool (I have a SUV, so plenty of room for equipment).

Hey all, thanks for reading. I was in the new chat room the other day, and some of us got to talking about taking courses at the SigSauer Academy in New Hampshire. Many of us had the same concerns, about it being a long drive and having to spend money on gas and tolls just getting there, then worry about spending the night (if the course is more than one day). We also talked a little bit about how it would be better to carpool if there was enough interest (forgive me, I don't recall who was in the room at the time or whether they were serious). So, here's the idea that I have now: if you have any interest in taking a course at the SigSauer Academy, chime in here. I'm not locking anyone into any dates or specific courses (in fact, we wouldn't even have to take the same course, just coordinate our courses on the same days). Take a look at their 2011 course schedule and find some courses you might be interested in (does not have to be soon; it can be spring or summer). If we can find a mutual date, we can carpool and share the cost of gas, tolls, and hotel room. However, I do have just one rule: we drive straight through to New Hampshire; no stops along the way in New York, because I plan on bringing my own gun to whichever course I take. This is not a trip to stop for souvenirs or deals at the factory outlet malls. Let me know what you think!

If you think that Newark TSA agents are outside of their authority (based on your descriptions, I agree that they are), have you filed a complaint with TSA? If TSA headquarters gets enough complaints, they might do something to put a stop to it. I once filed a complaint to the mayor's office against my police department for delaying puchase permits. Two days later, everything was magically approved and they called me to pick up my permits.

Jury nullification only affects that case. A jury cannot invalidate a law entirely; only a court with appellate jurisdiction can do that.

The one taking the fingerprints just has to be a law enforcement officer. It does NOT have to be a law enforcement officer from your town or even your state.

The only thing I've ever heard about Disney and weapons was a situation involving an employee who kept a gun in his car. This individual had a FL license, but Disney has a policy against weapons on the premises for employees, including a ban on employees having weapons in their cars if parked on Disney lots. I believe that he was fired for refusing to let his car be searched, and he sued. As it turns out, FL has a law protecting employees who lawfully lock guns in their cars while working. I don't recall any mention of a ban for visitors. As I understand it, unless Disney posts signs or otherwise communicates a no weapons policy, then Disney is not off limits for those who carry. However, since it is still private property, they can ask you to leave if they find you carrying (and if you don't, it becomes trespassing).

I signed the petition. I'm also working on my own letter to Governor Christie.

I know they don't, but the police unions always seem to support any legislation that hurts gun owners. Because police unions are made up of LEO's, let them experience some kind of consequence for their actions. As I said, just a dream, not a plan. It's overzealous LEOs in NJ that arrest people like Brian Aitken or Greg Revell. So, let them miss out on the best, most state of the art (albeit imaginary) range for regularly violating our second amendment rights.

Personally, I don't see any new ranges opening in NJ anytime soon. Too much red tape hassle. If I were to open a range, I would open one up on PA, just across the river. Not saying this is a business plan, just something I sometimes dream about. One of my requirements to use my range would be that anyone carrying would have to notify the staff, and present proof of legally carrying. I would also have signs posted declaring my right to refuse entry to anyone. Any LEO from NJ would be turned away. Why? To let them experience what we go through--discrimination based on gun ownership.

I might go if I wake up in time (I work nights).

Thank you for posting this, Obrams. I know sometimes I forget to follow up on things like this; it's good to know that I can follow it here thanks to you!

I did the survey. There were a few questions about gun issues, but there were a lot more about drugs and fraud.

Congratulations on your continued success! I wish I could be a part of it!

I'm also going to write a letter to the governor, asking him to consider a pardon. The laws are not meant to criminalize; they are meant to protect. No one is protected because of Brian Aitkens' conviction.

I found this link on craigslist for volunteers to fill out a survey on influencing changes in criminal law in NJ. http://newjersey.craigslist.org/vol/2057866910.html

I did a transfer through Hackettstown Guns & Ammo. The FFL there is also a LEO.

While it is still debated whether transporting firearms out of the state is legal, I wish to point a few things out: --First, NJ law does not require a motorist to inform an officer of any firearms in the trunk; furthermore, it cannot be used against you (in court) if you don't inform the officer. --If you get pulled over for a traffic violation, police typically do not have cause for a vehicle search. The state supreme court even ruled unanimously (State v. Carty, 2002) that consent searches are inconsistent with the state constitution. In that same ruling, the court stated that nervousness during a motor vehicle stop is not sufficient grounds for a vehicle search. --When I still had access to LexisNexis (legal research database), I looked for court cases of this exact scenario; I could not find any. Until a court actually hears such a case, or the state attorney general issues an advisory opinion, these discussions are simply academic speculation.

When will this survival/disaster training at GFH take place?

I flew with a handgun from Newark airport to Las Vegas. I declared the gun with my checked luggage--they had me sign a declaration tag, then they put it through the x-ray (to ensure it was unloaded I assume), then I was on my way. You may be expected to open your locked case to show that the firearm is unloaded. Do NOT use a TSA lock on the firearm container; use either a combination lock or keyed lock. TSA did not ask me about licensing or registration; it's not within their authority to do so. However, Port Authority Police have overstepped their bounds in the past (as in the case of Greg Revell). I don't know if TSA checks luggage coming out of planes after they've arrived. I do know that when I arrived at both Las Vegas and Newark airports, all I had to do was retrieve my luggage bag from the conveyor and I was on my way.

I just went with some friends to Piestrak's Gun Shop in PA today. The shop is actually built in the guy's house (only business in this part of a residential area). Small place, but not cramped. They had both new and used firearms. A Glock rep was present to install night sights if you brought your Glock. Prices were actually pretty good. http://www.piestraksgunshop.com/ You can purchase long guns with your FID, provided they are NJ legal (most everything I saw there would be). Pistols require the usual FFL transfer. Today they were giving away free hotdogs and sodas!