A friend of mine who moved to NJ from Texas has handguns. One he purchased from Bass Proshop, the other from a gun range, and one from a pawn shop. All guns were purchased according to Texas state requirements. The guns are now in NJ, is it ok for him to possess these guns in his new home? Can he legally have another family member such as a cousin who has a permit to own a handgun hold the guns for him till he can get the legal papers filled out? Thank

If they were bought legally in Texas, and are NJ legal (ie mag cap of 15 or less, not on banned list, etc), then he does not need paperwork for them. There is voluntary registration, but i can't think of any reason to ever do that. His only problem will be buying ammo or any future gun in this state. If his collection is set and he is OK with buying ammo in PA or mail order, then he doesn't need a FID.

A friend of mine who moved to NJ from Texas has handguns. One he purchased from Bass Proshop, the other from a gun range, and one from a pawn shop. All guns were purchased according to Texas state requirements. The guns are now in NJ, is it ok for him to possess these guns in his new home? Yes, as long as they are not considered "assault weapons" under NJ law Can he legally have another family member such as a cousin who has a permit to own a handgun hold the guns for him till he can get the legal papers filled out? No, that would be an illegal transfer under NJ law. NJ does not require permits to OWN handguns (unlike NY, which does), NJ requires a permit to BUY handguns. Thank

As long as the guns were legally obtained, are NJ compliant and he is not a prohibited person you're good to go. There are no legal papers to fill out. registration is voluntary and un-necessary.The cousin really shouldnt take possesion as that is considered an illegal transfer, as corny as it sounds.You will need a FPID card to purchase ammo in NJ. He should read and familerize yourself with the NJ laws as far as transport,use etc and they are for the most part listed here on the forum. Tread lightly untill the laws are understood, such as they are.

As already mentioned, if they were purchased legally while out of state, they are legal here. No need for any registration. Keep in mind that in NJ a handgun may only be posessed while driving to and from a range or gun store. This should not be confused with carried; by posessed I mean in a case in the trunk.