Requires firearm transfer between members of immediate family be conducted through licensed retail firearm dealer.
Impact
The impact of A3794 on state laws is significant as it amends New Jersey's handling of firearm transfers. By removing the previous exemption for immediate family members, the bill introduces mandatory oversight in the transfer of firearms, which may lead to stricter control over firearm distribution among residents. Violators of this requirement can face criminal charges, potentially classified as a fourth-degree crime, which includes penalties of imprisonment and fines. This shift may also affect how families handle the inheritance of firearms or the gifting of guns among relatives.
Summary
A3794 is a New Jersey bill that mandates all firearm transfers between immediate family members to be conducted through a licensed retail firearm dealer. Previously, under existing law, immediate family transfers were exempt from this requirement. The legislation aims to increase safety and accountability by ensuring that all firearm transactions, regardless of familial relationships, follow established processes that include background checks. This shift underscores a growing concern over firearm accessibility, particularly given the increasing scrutiny around gun violence and ownership in recent years.
Contention
There are notable points of contention surrounding A3794. Proponents of the bill argue that it promotes a safer community by closing loopholes that allow potentially unqualified individuals easy access to firearms through familial means. Conversely, opponents criticize the measure as an unnecessary governmental overreach that complicates lawful transfers among family members. They argue that it may create barriers for responsible gun owners and infringe on personal freedoms regarding private property transactions.
Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Removes State Police as point of contact for firearm purchase background checks; requires firearm retailers to contact FBI to initiate background checks.
Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for four years; requires training prior to issuance of firearms cards and handgun purchase permits; revises procedures for passing of firearms to heir or legatee.
Requires chief law enforcement officer or Superintendent of State Police to notify federal immigration authorities when non-citizen applies for firearms purchaser identification card or handgun purchase permit.
Requires chief law enforcement officer or Superintendent of State Police to notify federal immigration authorities when non-citizen applies for firearms purchaser identification card or handgun purchase permit.
Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.