As in - I can keep my rifle in my trunk while I go to dunkin donuts before going to the range.

 

I consider that a reasonable deviation anyway. Food, fuel, immediate repair, emergencies, toilet.

 

 

I'm not following Krdshrk's logic on this issue. On one hand your saying that the FID card lifts the restrictions on the possession of long guns that handguns have but then you say you have to keep it locked in your trunk while stopping on your way to the range? If there were no restrictions than I could keep it in my trunk wherever I went provided I'm not in a gun free zone.

I'm not trying to be a d*ck, but what am I missing here?

I'm not following Krdshrk's logic on this issue. On one hand your saying that the FID card lifts the restrictions on the possession of long guns that handguns have but then you say you have to keep it locked in your trunk while stopping on your way to the range? If there were no restrictions than I could keep it in my trunk wherever I went provided I'm not in a gun free zone.

I'm not trying to be a d*ck, but what am I missing here?

 

You re missing the part where you should read this before asking a bunch of questions.

 

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/29389-nj-law-summary-read-first-nj-gun-law-faqs/

I meant transport meaning you can carry it around in a case with you, not carry it openly in your hand as you walk around.

I meant transport meaning you can carry it around in a case with you, not carry it openly in your hand as you walk around.

 

Why not?

I'm asking a bunch of questions because the thread you posted isn't clear about what I'm asking. There is nothing in that thread that prohibits the carry of a long gun to a person who holds an FID. it says you need a carry permit for a handgun. Also if there are no restrictions on transportation for a long gun with an FID than I should be able to go to the mall if I wish and keep it my trunk. Am I correct or not?

I'd ask a lawyer before doing anything crazy or think about it. Even if it includes carry, I'm not walking down the street with an ar in a sling. My understanding is that it does include carry and leaving it in your trunk while you run in the mall for a long gun would definitely be legal. But I wouldn't expect the average cop to know and if you get caught I'd think you'd be arrested. Use caution. Common sense. And a lawyer if you really need to be 100%. But my understanding is that you can carry a long gun unloaded anywhere that isn't a gun free zone.

Arizona... I guess you don't live in Jesey?

 

there is a difference between legal and not...

 

While yes... it is legal to walk around with an unloaded long gun as long as you have FID.... you will still get arrested under the many local ordinances.

 

However... yes, it is stupid and illegal apparently to have a firearm in a casino/hotel.

 

for the LEO... this is only nj right? I have stayed numerous times, and walked through plenty of Vegas casinos with my gun bag.... with lots of ammo and 2 guns for USPSA nationals out there... in fact, it was the match hotel. lol.

 

Stupid stupid state.

 

But yes, we have beaten this to death over 4 years... legal, not recommended, you will get arrested or a few calls for other violations. (walking around )

 

However you can drive around if you have FID...does not apply to handguns.

 

The FAQ is a really really really good one... everything is there.

When I did an Appleseed shoot with my son a couple of years ago we stayed in a hotel in South NJ just outside the GFH's Windsor range. I checked to make I sure I was ok in NJ having weapons and because it was reasonable for me to have firearms while taking a class, I felt comfortable.

 

We checked in without baggage and I requested a room near a stairwell or direct exit. After finding our room, that night after dinner, we brought in several rifle cases. As luck would have it, a few 'gangsta' types decided to have a smoke by that door as I was walking back. They knew what was in those cases and parted like the Red Sea. The next morning, the cases went into the car, we checked out and were gone. Knowing that these low life knew I have some high value goodies, I made sure one case was unzipped and was in a 'crusier' carry ready condition just in case of any unwanted visitors.