Weapons Charges

New Jersey law includes a tool for preventing gun violence, often called a "red flag" law. Operating as a specialized red flag statute, this legislation empowers the judiciary to mandate the temporary confiscation of firearms. Such intervention occurs when it is...

Homemade firearms raise serious legal concerns in New Jersey, especially when they fall outside regulated manufacturing channels. If you build or possess a firearm on your own, state law may still treat that weapon the same as a commercially produced gun....

New Jersey has some of the strictest gun laws in the United States, especially compared to its neighboring states. If you are planning to travel to or through New Jersey with a firearm, it’s important to understand how its regulations differ from those in places like...

Owning a firearm in New Jersey comes with strict responsibilities. The state has some of the toughest gun laws in the country, and a single mistake can lead to serious criminal charges. Understanding what counts as unlawful firearm possession helps you avoid actions...

Stun guns and firearms both fall under New Jersey’s strict weapons laws, but the state does not treat them the same. Many people find it surprising that the rules for owning and carrying a stun gun differ from those for guns, even though both can cause serious harm...

Carrying a concealed weapon in New Jersey is a serious offense. The state has strict laws governing the possession and carrying of firearms. If you're caught carrying a concealed weapon without the proper permits, the consequences can be severe. Understanding these...

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...

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....

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...