New Jersey has some of the strictest gun laws in the country. Gov. Phil Murphy has credited these laws, at least in part, for the fact that there were fewer reported shootings in 2023 than in almost 15 years. The State Commission of Investigation (SCI), however,...
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When do you have to inform the police you have a gun?
When you’re a gun owner, it’s important to understand your rights – and your obligations under the law. New Jersey has some of the strictest gun control laws in the nation, and it’s important to understand that the state does not automatically recognize concealed...
Mistaken identifications the top cause of wrongful conviction
Wrongful convictions are a grave concern within the criminal justice system. Many different factors contribute to such miscarriages of justice, and mistaken eyewitness identifications are among them. The human memory is fallible. It is also susceptible to external...
What are New Jersey’s laws about knives?
While many weapons crimes focus on guns, knives can be just as deadly. In fact, they are a common weapon used in a variety of violent crimes. Since not as much attention goes to knives as firearms, you may not be aware there are restrictions on carrying them. Banned...
How can I legally carry a gun in New Jersey?
The right to own a firearm is different from the right to carry one in public. If you are not cautious, you could end up with a weapons charge for illegal possession. According to the state website, to carry a handgun, you need to apply for a permit. The application...
Can you get in trouble for displaying an imitation weapon?
Using a weapon for illegal purposes can incur criminal charges in New Jersey. You could even face charges if you only intend to use a weapon to break the law. A common example is if someone buys or acquires a firearm with the intention to rob someone using it....
Gang faces multiple weapons charges after crackdown
When it comes to the Second Amendment, it might be easy to assume that state and federal laws have a scarce amount of limitations in order to preserve everyone's right to bear arms. But there are a variety of limitations for weaponry and possession of illegal firearms...