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New Jersey Assembly Bill A1295

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1295

Introduced
1/11/22  

Caption

Establishes 180 day prohibition on purchase of handgun for certain individuals who fail to report loss or theft of firearm.

Impact

If enacted, A1295 would amend the penalties associated with failing to report the loss or theft of a firearm, making it a more significant issue for offenders by temporarily disallowing handgun purchases for a determined period. This change reflects a heightened awareness and responsibility expected from firearm owners, aiming to improve the accountability concerning lost or stolen firearms. Enforcing such prohibitions could be viewed as a step towards reducing crime and misuse of firearms originating from unreported losses.

Summary

Assembly Bill A1295 aims to enhance firearm reporting regulations in New Jersey by establishing a 180-day prohibition on the purchase of handguns for individuals convicted of failing to report the loss or theft of a firearm. This bill amends N.J.S.2C:58-3 and seeks to enforce stricter compliance with existing laws that require firearm owners to report any loss or theft of their firearms to law enforcement authorities within 36 hours. Currently, individuals caught failing to meet this requirement face civil penalties but do not face restrictions regarding future handgun purchases.

Contention

However, the implementation of this bill could be contentious, especially regarding issues of fairness and enforcement. Critics may argue that imposing a purchase ban could disproportionately affect individuals who genuinely experienced a theft and may have been unable to report it within the specified timeframe due to various reasons such as not being able to reach authorities immediately. Moreover, some may argue that the bill could impose additional burdens on law-abiding citizens while potentially failing to effectively deter malicious actors from misusing firearms.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ A2758

Establishes 180 day prohibition on purchase of handgun for certain individuals who fail to report loss or theft of firearm.

NJ A4370

Requires training prior to issuance of firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase handgun under certain circumstances; provides that firearms purchaser identification card is valid for ten years.

NJ A993

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.

NJ A843

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.

NJ A1397

Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.

NJ A389

Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.

NJ S1977

Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.

NJ S612

Gives priority to applicants for firearms purchaser identification card and permits to purchase handguns when domestic violence restraining order is in effect.

NJ S1204

Requires firearm owners who become New Jersey residents to obtain firearm purchaser identification card and register handguns acquired out-of-State.

NJ S3148

Concerns issuance of permit to purchase handgun and firearms purchaser identification card to persons age 18 to 25.

Similar Bills

NJ A3618

Allows county sheriffs to issue firearms identification cards and permits to purchase handguns; authorizes county sheriffs to accept applications for permits to carry handguns.

NJ S2903

Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.

NJ A1302

Regulates sale of handgun ammunition and develops system of electronic reporting of handgun ammunition sales.

NJ S1141

Increases certain firearms permit fees.

NJ S712

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NJ A1180

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NJ A1698

Increases certain firearms permit fees.

NJ A1037

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.