Dewhitewolf

Maybe there was a misunderstanding on the part of the author. NJ does allow carry on business premises, carry permit not required. This exemption applies to owner of the business (not necessarily the property) in addition to anyone allowed by the business owner. It would not be the first time that the media got their facts wrong. Remember the case of Plaxico Buress--several media sources stated that his gun was registered in Florida, but that registration had expired. Florida does not register guns; in fact, gun registration by state or local governments in Florida is banned by statutue.

Let's say you bring it and carry it there, but you don't get caught. But, what if you face a situation where you have to defend yourself (the whole point of carrying). Are you willing to face consequences of defending yourself for shooting, while simultaneously facing whatever violations for carrying a weapon in the first place?

It is illegal to purchase a handgun in a state other than your own, unless you have it transferred to a dealer in your home state. From there, the process is the same for purchasing (purchase permit required).

I watched parts of the carbine video last year. I also have a bunch of videos from Rob Pincus that I haven't watched yet. How do you all find the time? lol

TSA is only supposed to make sure that you are traveling in compliance with federal air regulations. It is not within their scope to ask about registration, or even to notify Port Authority. The Revell case was brought to District Court for civil rights violations, but as I understand it, it is now (as of October 2009) stuck in procedural motions. It was not settled. Revell was not a resident of NJ; that's the reason they arrested him. If he were a NJ resident, and had a NJ FID on him, they probably would not have arrested him, but rather let him go after a lecture and some threats.

I would slap NJ in the face real hard by pardoning everyone ever convicted of a firearms-related offense who was clearly not a danger to society. I would also pass an executive order banning the creation of so-called smart guns!

If I can find a better paying job, I'll move out of NJ. Ideally, I'd like to move out west to Colorado. I've been there twice and loved it both times!

If you bring firearms to NJ as a resident, you don't have to do anything (no registration required). However, if you are going to live here that long, I'd suggest applying for a NJ FID. Some uninformed cops may assume that if you don't have one, you are in guilty of unlawful possession. In fact, under NJ law, everyone is guilty until proven innocent, by proving that they fall under the exemption categories. In your case, you could be expected to prove that you purchased your firearms legally as a resident of another state.

I heard (but don't know first hand) that counties issuing carry permits to ordinary citizens were required applicants to obtain liability insurance in the amount of $1 million. I don't know what the premiums would be on that, but I don't think they're cheap.

Visit the TSA site for traveling with firearms: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/ ... _1666.shtm There you will find that all firearms must be in a locked, hard-sided container. Ammunition must be secured in its own packaging (see exceptions on the page, but loose ammo is not allowed). DO NOT use a TSA lock--you must use a keyed or combination lock for your firearm case. If TSA needs you to open your case, they will only do so while you are present. Visit your airline's website for any additional requirements. Declare your unloaded firearm at the counter (NOT curbside checkin). Counter agent will give you a declaration form to fill out and sign. When I traveled with my pistol, the counter agent (after I signed the form) escorted me to the TSA area. They put my bag (with locked case inside) on a conveyor through an x-ray, the agent gave me thumbs up, and I was on my way. I don't think you'll have any problems in Arizona. I had none when I was in Nevada.

Just a few comments that I'd like to add: --the contents of your trunk, as well as anything inside any container or bag, are protected under both the U.S. and NJ Constitutions --you are not obligated by any statute to notify police during a traffic stop that you have firearms in the vehicle --it cannot be used against you if you don't notify police of the presence of firearms (volunteering that information is up to you, but may cause you some unwanted headaches) --police cannot, by state supreme court ruling (State v. Carty, 2002) ask for a consent search of your car during a traffic stop. While I am not suggesting or condoning violating the law, I always suggest people to exercise some common sense and good judgment. If you end up in a situation that involves police, keep quiet and invoke your right to an attorney.

Even if u don't drive, the state issues non-driver ID cards. Do you have residence in both states, or are u simply playing a wild hypothetical? Keep in mind that under NJ law, if charged with a weapons offense, you are presumed guilty until proven innocent. Your only shot at an acquittal is an affimative defense, where you have to prove that you were legal. Do you really want to tempt fate?

^^^What ultimately matters is not the academic debates here, but how the courts rule. When the LEOSA (HR 218) passed, giving active and retired LEO's the right to carry nationwide, it took several court cases in NY and NJ to clearly define who was protected under the law and under what circumstances. If this law passes, there will naturally be incidents of people being wrongfully arrested and the provisions of the law misinterpreted, until the courts get involved.

One word of caution--if your Glock has magazines in excess of 15 rounds, either hide them or give (or sell) them to somebody out of state. Such magazines are illegal for you to have, with the ONLY exception being active duty law enforcement (not even retirees can have high capacity magazines).

^^^I was referring mainly to handguns there. My understanding of rifle and shotgun purchases out of state is that a NJ resident may purchase them from a licensed dealer (whether a PA or NJ dealer). A purchase from a private party would require a transfer to a NJ dealer. Additionally, the rifle has to be NJ compliant (no circumventing NJ's assault weapons law by purchasing in PA).

Movies about the end of civilization are too depressing for me. Sorry, but I won't be seeing it. Especially hearing about scenes where cannibals are hunting people for food--too much despair for me.

Do you ever trek up to Mountain Creek? I ride there every season.

I signed it. Now we're at 248.

If a resident from PA moves to NJ, he may bring firearms with him, and he does not have to register them. If a NJ resident goes to PA, he will not be able to purchase a handgun from a PA dealer, without a state to state transfer. If that same NJ resident purchases from a private individual, now you have an illegal purchase. My advice--don't risk it. Getting caught will not only put you in prison, but will screw things up for law abiding gun owners everywhere, as liberals start screaming about our "lax" gun laws and how we need more restrictions to protect our children!

I have a friend in Hackettstown who says that FID's and purchase permits have a relatively quick turnaround. He brags about how he gets his permits usually within a few weeks, while I have to wait months because I live in neighboring Mt. Olive, where it takes anywhere from 4-6 months just for a purchase permit (took them almost 8 months to get me my FID).

NJ does not differentiate between open and concealed carry. So you may carry on your property openly or concealed. As far as the business exemption, you don't have to own the property, you just have to be the owner of the business (i.e., leasing a store front).

As part of the 6 points of ID process, proof of legal status in the country is required to get a NJ driver's license. http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/pdf/Licenses ... erpint.pdf

NJ does not have a "concealed weapon" statute. All carry, whether concealed or open, is banned by law. Lawful possession of any weapon (including knives/swords) must fall within an exemption (such as keeping it at home, or using while hunting, fishing, or other legal activity that utilizes weapons). In the case of a sword cane, possession of one in public puts you at risk of being arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. Concealed or open carry is of no relevance.

When it comes to walking around with a bat, it could be considered a weapon. If you have a glove and a ball, then it's considered sports equipment. So, if you have platform shoes, a wide brimmed hat, and a fur collared coat, then a walking stick is just a tool of the trade!

The spokesman for Mt. Olive Police forgot to mention that the previous police chief was openly against civilians owning guns at all (the one who was chief around 9/11). Instead of blaming the system, they should be taking a look at their internal system of not sending things out for the first few months, hoping that the applicant will just give up.