Are there any weird rules in NJ about how to store firearms in your own home? 

It's a crime to leave loaded weapons within access of a minor. Doesn't apply if a minor enters illegally (i.e. break-in). If you don't have kids (or young relatives visiting), leave 'em loaded wherever you want.

After my kids grew up and moved out,  I now have a few stashed around the house, fully loaded of course.   When the kids were small, I kept them loaded, but in a lock box....

2C:58-15. Minor's access to a loaded firearm; penalty, conditions
1. a. A person who knows or reasonably should know that a minor is likely to gain access to a loaded firearm at a premises under the person's control commits a disorderly persons offense if a minor gains access to the firearm, unless the person:
....(1) Stores the firearm in a securely locked box or container;
....(2) Stores the firearm in a location which a reasonable person would believe to be secure; or
....(3) Secures the firearm with a trigger lock.
b. This section shall not apply:
....(1) To activities authorized by section 14 of P.L.1979, c.179, (C.2C:58-6.1), concerning the lawful use of a firearm by a minor; or
....(2) Under circumstances where a minor obtained a firearm as a result of an unlawful entry by any person.
c. As used in this act, "minor" means a person under the age of 16.

In this anti gun climate everyone just PLEASE keep your guns as safe as possible from falling into the wrong hands. I mean that is common sense ...but PLEASE now more than ever.

 

 

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