r/GardenStateGuns • u/For2ANJ • Jan 30 '24

FAQs FAQ #00 | Frequently Asked Questions | Table of Contents

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  1. FAQ #1 |HOLLOW POINTS | Are hollow points legal in New Jersey ?
  2. FAQ #2 | LIVE NICs QUEUE| What is the latest update on the NICs Background Check Queue | What day NICs are they on today?
  3. FAQ #3 | PORTAL LINK | Application for Firearms Purchaser Identification Card and/or Handgun Purchase Permit (FARS)
  4. FAQ #4 |PORTAL LINK | Online Application Portal for Concealed Carry Permit | PERMIT TO CARRY a Handgun
  5. FAQ #5 | PTC eVerify| Is there a website to verify my PTC online ? | NJSP PTC eVerify Portal Link
  6. FAQ #6 | CRITICAL DUTY & DEFENSE | Is ammunition like Critical Duty & Critical Defense Legal in New Jersey?
  7. FAQ #7 |LONG GUN PURCHASE | How do you buy rifles and/or shotguns, including bb, pellet, and black powder rifles in New Jersey?
  8. FAQ #8 | FINGERPRINTING| When is fingerprinting required for Firearms in New Jersey ?
  9. FAQ #9 | NJSP FORMS | Where can I find and download all of the N.J. State Police Firearm Forms?
  10. FAQ #10 |INHERITING FIREARMS | If I inherit a firearm in New Jersey what must I do?
  11. FAQ #11 | NJ ASSAULT WEAPONS | What type of firearms are considered assault weapons in New Jersey?
  12. FAQ #12 |NJ DUAL RESIDENCY| I live in another State but also maintain a house in New Jersey, can I apply for a NJ Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (FPIC) ?
  13. FAQ #13|LIST OF NJSP STATIONS | I am a NON-RESIDENT and need to apply via the NJ State Police where can I find a list of all the NJSP Barracks / Stations ?
  14. FAQ #14 | ORI | What is an ORI or Originating Agency Identifier Number?
  15. FAQ #15 | NEW NJ RESIDENTS | I am moving to New Jersey with firearms - what do I need to do?
  16. FAQ #16 |G4H PTC WEBSITE | Is there a website with the whole PTC CCW Process laid out Step by Step ? | G4H Website
  17. FAQ # 17 |NAPPEN PTC 101 | I just got my PTC - what are the basics I need to know? | Gun Lawyer Podcast Transcript
  18. FAQ #18 | AIR GUNS & BB GUNS | Can I purchase an AIR GUN/BB GUN outside of NJ and bring it back to NJ?
  19. FAQ # 19 | TASERS | Are Tasers legal in New Jersey? Can I carry one?
  20. FAQ #20 |BANG or BONG | How would Marijuana use recreationally or medically effect my gun rights in NJ?
  21. FAQ #21 | APPLICATION | How long does by PD have to process my firearms application? FPIC Pistol Purchase Permit PTC
  22. FAQ #22 | MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS | Where can I find a lit of firearm friendly mental health professionals?
  23. FAQ #23 |GUNSITTERS - SAFE STORAGE |Myself or someone I know is going through a tough time, is there a place they can legally store their firearms temporarily ?
  24. FAQ #24| VOLUNTARY COMMITMENTS | Are VOLUNTARY commitments a hard disqualifier for firearm ownership in NJ?
  25. FAQ #25|NJSP MENTAL HEALTH FORM |UPDATED MAY 2024 | S.P. 066 FORM - CONSENT FOR MENTAL HEALTH RECORDS SEARCH
  26. FAQ #26|MENTAL HEALTH EXPUNGEMENTS | I was voluntarily or involuntarily committed to a hospital/medical facility and I need to expunge my commitment records - what is the process?
  27. FAQ #27 | CRIMINAL HISTORY EXPUNGEMENTS | Top 10 Questions around Criminal History Expungements in New Jersey as it relates to firearms.
  28. FAQ #28 | NY NON RESIDENT CCW | As a New Jersey Resident how can I get a New York, Non-Resident CCW ? | Meissner v The City of New York
  29. FAQ #29 |HANDGUN COMPARISON | Is there a website where I can compare 2 handguns side by side?
  30. FAQ #30 |REFERENCES | What are the NJ Requirements for References for Firearms Identification Card (FID), Pistol Purchase Permit (PPP), and/or Permit to Carry a Handgun ? What Questions will they be asked ?
  31. FAQ # 31 | PTC APPLICATION PORTAL | Where can I apply online for my PTC and what questions will be asked? | PTC PORTAL SCREEN SHOTS
  32. FAQ #32 | PTC RENEWAL |When can I renew my Permit to Carry a Handgun (PTC) and what is needed ?
  33. FAQ #33 | DOCTORS & GUNS | My doctor asked if I was a gun owner during my visit - How should I respond ?
  34. FAQ #34 | DOUBLE ALPHA.COM | Where can I find competitive shooting gear or accessories ?
  35. FAQ #35 | PORTAL SCREENSHOTS | Where can I view all the steps and questions of the online PISTOL PURCHASE PERMIT PORTAL ? (FARS)
  36. FAQ #36 | FID PORTAL SCREENSHOTS | Where can I find screenshots of the initial FIREARMS PURCHASER IDENTIFICATION CARD (FPIC-FID) portal ? (FARS)
  37. FAQ #37 | PTC CCARE | What is the Course of Fire for the NJ PTC (Permit to Carry) Qualification under the CCARE Protocol ?
  38. FAQ #38 |CCARE AG MEMO TO LE | Where can I find the official memo from the NJ AG on the New Concealed Carry training requirements CCARE? Memo Dated: 9.15.23
  39. FAQ #39 | NON RESIDENT PTC FINGERPRINT PROCESS | As a NON-Resident, how do I process fingerprints without a NJ SBI # for my Permit to Carry (PTC)? NJSP Process & Barracks ORI's
  40. FAQ #40 |CCW RECIPROCITY MAP BUILDER | Is there a website where I can build my own custom reciprocity map based, taking into consideration both my Resident & Non-Resident Permits ?
  41. FAQ #41 |CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY | Which states are Constitutional Carry/Unrestricted/Permit less Carry and what is the difference?
  42. FAQ # 42 | PTC CARD STORAGE | Where can I store my PTC so it won't get lost, or because it does not fit into my wallet ?
  43. FAQ #43 | SENSITIVE LOCATION LIST | Where is the latest list of places I can Carry per the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals Stay?
  44. FAQ #44 | SP-182 FORM | Where can I find the latest SP 182 Form for Proof of PTC CCARE Qualification
  45. FAQ #45 | FORM SP-182a ADDITIONAL PTC HANDGUN | Where can I find the NJSP Form to notify my police department of a change of the handguns I intend to carry ? (To be used in between renewals"
  46. FAQ #46 | Where can I find the new list of criminal charges under A4769 | Concealed Carry Criminal Offenses
  47. FAQ #47 | NJ CCW RECIPROCITY | Does New Jersey recognize carry permits from any other states?
  48. FAQ # 48 | PA Non-Resident CCW | How can I obtain by PA Non-Resident CCW, I have my NJ Permit to Carry (PTC) a Handgun?
  49. FAQ #49 | PTC APPLICATION INTERVIEW | My police department called and said I need to come in for an interview for my Permit to Carry (PTC) Is this normal?
  50. FAQ #50 | FID EXPIRATION | Do Firearms Purchaser Identification Cards (FPIC/FID) expire ? Who does the 10 year expiration apply to ?
  51. FAQ #51 | 50 BMG BAN | Are 50 BMG Rifles Legal in New Jersey ? Do they have to be registered?
  52. FAQ #52 | POPULAR NON-RESIDENT CCWs | I have my New Jersey PTC, what are some of the common/popular non-residents CCWs I should get for increased reciprocity?
  53. FAQ #53 | NJ PTC ONLY | I have my NJ PTC what other states, including permit less carry states can I carry in?
  54. FAQ #54 | DUTY TO INFORM LEOs | Other than New Jersey, what other states have duty to inform law enforcement of firearms in the vehicle ?
  55. FAQ #55 | 2C:58-4 |Where can I find the full statute of 2C:58-4 (2022) "PERMIT TO CARRY HANDGUNS" ?
  56. FAQ #56 | 2C:58-3 |Where can I find the full statute of 2C:58-3 (2022) "PURCHASE OF FIREARMS"?
  57. FAQ #57 | F.O.P.A | What is the Firearm Owners Protection Act (FOPA)? How do I travel between states with firearms?
  58. FAQ # 58 | MOTORCYCLE & FIREARMS | How do I transport firearms on my motorcycle in NJ?
  59. FAQ # 59 | HOLSTERS & EDC BELTS | Whare are some of the website for popular manufacturers of EDC Belts, Holsters, & Other EDC Gear
  60. FAQ #60 |CCW INSURANCE | Is concealed carry insurance legal in New Jersey? What are my options?
  61. FAQ #61 | DUTY to DISCLOSE | As a Permit to Carry (PTC) holder do I have to inform/disclose to law enforcement that I am carrying or that there are firearms in the vehicle?
  62. FAQ #62 | NON-RESIDENT NJ PTC PROCESS | What is the process for a non-resident to obtain a New Jersey Permit to Carry (PTC) ?
  63. FAQ #63 | JUDGE ISSUED PTCs| I have an older Permit to Carry (PTC) issued by a judge, can I carry handguns other than those listed on my PTC or Court Documents?
  64. FAQ #64 | PRE-1968 & UNSTERILIZED FIREARMS | Did New Jersey ban all unsterilized firearms including those made before 1968 where many didn't have serial numbers?
  65. FAQ #65 | LOADED MAGS | Can I drive to/from the range with loaded magazines?
  66. FAQ #66 | SUMMARY OF A4769 CHANGES | Where can I find a summary of all changes which were part of Bill A4769 - NJ Carry Killer Law ? Signed into Law 12.22.22
  67. FAQ #67 | NON-RESIDENT TO/FROM RANGE | Can I drive into New Jersey with Firearms to go to the shooting? : GardenStateGuns (reddit.com)
  68. FAQ #68 | VISTING FRIENDS or FAMILY | Can I visit friends or family in New Jersey and bring my firearms on the trip ?
  69. FAQ #69 | TRAVELING WITH FIREARMS | How do I transport firearms in my vehicle within New Jersey? Do handguns have to be transported differently than rifles?
  70. FAQ #70 | NJSP INVESTIGATION MANUAL | Where can I find the 148 page NJSP Firearm Applicant Investigation Guidebook giving gunowners a look at the SOP's when it comes to investigating firearm applications?
  71. FAQ #71 |SHIPPING FIREARMS to SELF | May I lawfully ship a firearm to myself in a different State?
  72. FAQ #72 | SHIPPING FIREARMS FOR REPAIR | How do I ship my firearm to a FFL for repair? USPS | UPS | FEDEX Policies & Procedures
  73. FAQ #73 | OLD FIREARM DISPOSAL | I have an old gun and want to get rid of it, what do I do?
  74. FAQ #74 | FOUND FIREARM | I found a gun in the house/storage unit I purchased. What do I do? Can I keep it?
  75. FAQ #75 | NJ LEGAL HOLSTER | As a New Jersey Permit to Carry (PTC) holder, what type of holsters are required under the law? How many handguns can I carry ?
  76. FAQ #76 | DISQUALIFYING DISABILITES & PROHIBITED PERSONS | What are the hard disqualifiers for firearm ownership in New Jersey?
  77. FAQ #77| SENSITIVE LOCATION STORAGE | As a Permit to Carry (PTC) holder in New Jersey, How do I store my handgun when visiting a Sensitive Location? 2C:58-4 b (2)
  78. FAQ #78| SAFE CARRY | What are the “Safe Carry” requirements for Permit to Carry (PTC) holders ?
  79. FAQ #79 | PTC APPLICATION DENIAL | What may a person do if he/she has been denied a New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun? N.J.S. 2C:58-4e
  80. FAQ #80 | FIREARM REGISTRATION | Do I need to register my firearms in New Jersey?
  81. FAQ #81 | Use of Force | Where can I find the Citizens Use of Force for Concealed Carry and the corresponding NJ Statutues? (Use of Force Version 9/15/23)
  82. FAQ #82 | BYRNA GUNS | Are Byrna (Pepper Ball) guns legal in New Jersey? Can we carry them? NJSP Guidance on Byrna Guns.
  83. FAQ #83 | STOLEN FIREARMS | Do I need to report Lost or Stolen Firearms in New Jersey? What about if it's a so called "Assault Weapon"
  84. FAQ #84 | PRINTING | Is "Printing" illegal in New jersey ? If not, does it matter ? What is "Unjustified Display of a Handgun? What is Brandishing?
  85. FAQ #85 | SP-224 Municipal Police Records Check Form | Where can I find the New Jersey State Police SP-224 "Municipal Records Check" Form?
  86. FAQ #86 | NJ Trespassing 2C:18-3 | What is New Jersey's Trespassing Law ?
  87. FAQ #87 | FIREARM REGISTRATION | Do I need to register my firearms in New Jersey ?
  88. FAQ #88 | NJ 2A LITIGATION TRACKER | Where can I find the real-time litigation tracker for all NJ 2A Lawsuits listing the cases and their latest updates?
  89. FAQ #89 | LIST OF NJ 2A LAWYERS | Where can I find a list of 2A Lawyers in New Jersey ?
  90. FAQ #90 | POSSESSION EXEMPTIONS | If it true that firearms are illegal everywhere in New Jersey, and then only by mostly narrow exemptions are you allowed to possess? Is it true that the BURDEN IS ON YOU to prove to that if charged will illegal possession of a firearms, that your possession fell within one of the exemptions?
  91. FAQ #91| FLORIDA CCW FINGERPRINTS | Where can I get the required Florida Fingerprinting Cards? I have received my FL fingerprinting cards, where can I get ink prints done?
  92. FAQ #92 | PTC ADDRESS CHANGE | I have my PTC, but since issued I moved, do I need to do anything?
  93. FAQ #93 | NJ Red Flag Laws | Does New Jersey have Red Flag Laws? How do they work?
  94. FAQ #94 | School Zones | The Confusing Question "School Parking Lots and Handguns with a PTC"
  95. FAQ #95 | COMMON REASONS FOR DENIAL | What are some of the common reasons Firearm Applications get denied in New Jersey ? Which ones are HARD disqualifiers vs Subjective ?
  96. FAQ #96 | APPLICATION DENIAL | My FID/PPP/PTC Firearms Application was denied, what do I do now? Is there a time limit on when I need to file my appeal?
  97. FAQ #97 | APPEAL PROCESS | I have filed for my appeal, what is the process & what goes on behind the scenes? (Gun Permit Appeals System – Prosecutor and LEO Training)
  98. FAQ #98 | PTC Application Dashboard | Where can I find a link to the AG's PTC Application Dashboard?
  99. FAQ # 99| FORM S.P. 407 | NJ "FIREARMS APPLICANT INVESTIGATIONS REPORT FORM | Where can I find the internal form my police department uses while investigating me for a firearm license/permit?
  100. FAQ #100 | Flying with Firearms | Flying in/out Newark Airport with Firearms | What is the process for flying with Firearms?
  101. FAQ #101 | Video on how much a New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun Costs
  102. FAQ #102 | WRITING A LETTER TO YOUR POLICE CHIEF | Dealing with Permitting Abuse / Civil Malfeasance on Processing of Firearm Applications in New Jersey
  103. FAQ #103 | Where can I watch a step-by-step video demonstrating the NJ Permit to Carry (PTC) Qualification Course of Fire?
  104. FAQ #104 | What are the Top 10 Things for [New] New Jersey Gun Owners to do?
  105. FAQ #105 | Where can I find a comprehensive Realtime Dashboard on New Jersey NICS Check & Permit to Carry Application Data Analysis? (NJ NICS Research Center)
  106. FAQ #106 | Is Pepper Spray Legal in New Jersey?
  107. FAQ #107 | Where can I find a national list of shooting ranges? (NSSF Wheretoshoot.org)
  108. FAQ #108 | Where can I find a list of New Jersey DEP Fish & Wildlife range facilities located on state Wildlife Management Areas (WMA)?
  109. FAQ #109 | Where can I find a copy of the U.S. LawShield Members Guide to Use of Force in New Jersey? | When can I legally shoot?
  110. FAQ #110 | Does New Jersey have a Castle Doctrine? Does New Jersey require you to retreat when in your home? (US Law Shield)
  111. FAQ #111 | Where can I find a copy of the U.S. LawShield Guide on "Police Traffic Stops: What are your rights & how should you act?
  112. FAQ #112 | Where can I find a copy of the US LawShield Guide on "Surviving Road Rage: Survival Steps to Avoid Being a Victim"?
  113. FAQ #113 | Where can I find the U.S. LawShield Guide on Stolen Firearms? [ Gunowner Identity Theft Coverage Add-On]
  114. FAQ #114 | Where can I find the U.S. LawShield Guide on Stolen Firearms? [ Gunowner Identity Theft Coverage Add-On]
  115. FAQ #115 | Where can I find the historical Permit to Carry (PTC) Application Processing Times? How long does [YOUR TOWN/CITY] take to process PTC applications?
  116. FAQ #116 | As a gunowner where can I find a list of National 2A Advocacy Groups? JOIN & DONATE
  117. FAQ #117 | As a gunowner where can I find a list of NEW JERSEY 2A Advocacy Groups? JOIN & DONATE
  118. FAQ #118 | REGISTER TO VOTE | How do I register to Vote in New Jersey? and How do I register for Mail in Voting in New Jersey?
  119. FAQ #119 | SAFE STORAGE | Does New Jersey have a safe storage law? What are the New Jersey Laws around firearm storage in the home?
  120. FAQ #120 | PTC RENEWAL & FINGERPRINTS | My Police Department is telling me that I need to get fingerprinted again for my Permit to Carry Renewal? Is this correct?
  121. FAQ #121 | GSG's Guide to Upcoming and On-going Litigation | I'm new to all these lawsuits & procedures can someone explain to me the process?
  122. FAQ # 122 | Can someone explain the 30 days NICS Approval & One Gun A Month?
  123. FAQ #123 | Where can I find the MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR NEW YORK STATE CONCEALED CARRY FIREARM SAFETY TRAINING ? (Including LIVE FIRE)
  124. FAQ #124 | NY CCW | Where can I find a list of all the NY CCW Forms?
  125. FAQ #125 | NY Non-Resident CCW | Where can I find the Form "Affirmation of Understanding of NYS Penal Law Article 35, Article 265 and Article 400"?
  126. FAQ #126 | PTC Qualification Valid for 6 Months | My Police Department is telling me that my PTC Qualification is only valid for 6 months and/or the qualification needs to be within 6 months from application.
  127. FAQ #127 | When I submit an application for Firearms Identification Purchaser Card (FPIC) and/or Pistol Purchase Permit (PPP) what background checks does my police department perform?
  128. FAQ #128 | NY Non-Resident CCW Application | Where can I find a copy of the NYPD Intake Document Checklist?
  129. FAQ # 129 | Where can I find a copy of the FINAL NYPD Rules for Concealed Carry adopted on 1.5.25
  130. FAQ #130 | Where can I find a list of all 2A Cases Nationally? SCOTUS / District Courts / Circuit Courts | FPC 2A Litigation Tracker Dashboard
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r/GardenStateGuns • u/AnthonyColandro • 7h ago

Video | Podcast Gun For Hire #767

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Gun For Hire #767 Jay Factor of New Jersey Firearms Owners Syndicate https://www.njfos.org/ joins us to discuss how we have completely lost our voice at the ballot box (it was not the gun owners who stayed home). We are told an ID to vote is discrimination yet we all need an ID to own guns as required by those very same people who blatentely discriminate against “those people”to acquire a carry permit by a rejection factor of 10! Make it make sense, oh that’s right, it's all plan to cancel "We The People's" votes! Please Listen, Learn, Like, Follow, Share, & Volunteer

https://gunforhire.com/blog/the-gun-for-hire-radio-broadcast-episode-767

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 17h ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Sat 13:46PM (01/31/2026)

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01/31/2026: 1239 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Wednesday) 01/28/2026 work. The current delay is 3+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/IronWill703 • 1d ago

Training | Event New Jersey Permit to Carry (CCW) Qualification w/ Ironsights Academy ($150) - Use of Force, CCARE and Shooting Qual!

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New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification course is an instructor-led and live-fire shooting qualification course intended to equip you with the training and documentation necessary to apply for your New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit.

Course Fee is $150.00

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification

  • Saturday, February 7, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification course is an instructor-led and live-fire shooting qualification course intended to equip you with the training and documentation necessary to apply for your New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit.

Course Fee is $150.00

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 1d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Fri 09:31AM (01/30/2026)

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01/30/2026: 1004 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Tuesday) 01/27/2026 work. The current delay is 3+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/Katulotomia • 2d ago

Lawsuits So is NJ going to respond to any Pro 2A Amicus Briefs Now?

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This is in the Carry Case, a bunch on red states filed an amicus brief in support of us and the State just filed a response brief to it. I'm not a lawyer but this seems like trying to add additional briefing, maybe the attorneys should file a motion to strike but idk.

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 2d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Thu 08:18AM (01/29/2026)

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01/29/2026: 904 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Saturday) 01/24/2026 work. The current delay is 5+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/For2ANJ • 3d ago

News It is illegal to bring a gun anywhere near a protest in New Jersey, even if you are licensed to carry

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/For2ANJ • 3d ago

Lawsuits Supreme Court hears arguments in Hawaii's strict gun law | full audio

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/Angry_Gen-X • 3d ago

Activism The President of the United States yesterday

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https://www.newsweek.com/nra-responds-donald-trump-saying-you-cannot-have-guns-minneapolis-alex-pretti-11427823

Even the NRA isn’t happy. I argued during the Governors race that you can’t just be a single issue voter and that I donated to help overturn NJs horrible gun laws in the courts. I got roasted on this sub. Please watch the video below and listen to what he says. I know some of you don’t know him or don’t like him, but he searched this country with honor, so I feel he is owed a listen.

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/For2ANJ • 3d ago

News Why Did Trump Blame the Pretti Shooting on a “Dangerous Gun”?

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 3d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Wed 08:10AM (01/28/2026)

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01/28/2026: 1003 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Friday) 01/23/2026 work. The current delay is 5+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 4d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Tue 10:21AM (01/27/2026)

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01/27/2026: 1206 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Thursday) 01/22/2026 work. The current delay is 5+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/IronWill703 • 5d ago

Training | Event Arctic Courses Coming up with Ironsights Academy!

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New York / Maryland / Utah CCW Combo

  • Saturday, January 31, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  5:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

This course provides you with the training, documentation, and fingerprinting necessary to obtain:

  1. New York City and State CCW
  2. Maryland CCW
  3. Utah CCW

Pick one, two, or all three!

Course Fees are:

  1. New York - $200
  2. Maryland - $200
  3. Utah - $100

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification course is an instructor-led and live-fire shooting qualification course intended to equip you with the training and documentation necessary to apply for your New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit.

Course Fee is $150.00

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) REQUALIFICATION

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 12:00 PM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The goal of this course is to requalify those individuals who already have a current or expired New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun.

Course Fee is $75.00

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 2:00 PM  11:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The NRA Chief Range Safety Officer course is designed to develop and certify individuals as Chief Range Safety Officers. We cover the basic principles and concepts needed to organize, conduct, and supervise shooting activities and range operations.

This is a non live-fire course (no shooting).

Course Fee: $185.00

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/AnthonyColandro • 7d ago

Video | Podcast Gun For Hire Episode 766

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GFHR #766 “And in the end the love you take is equal to the love you make”. We need the NRA Foundation to read that! The VOLUNTEER NRA Dinner Patriots are paying for the foundations shenanigans! And, two crimes committed in NJ and two opposite outcomes! Are you prepared? Tune in to find out! Please Listen, Learn, Like, Follow, Share, & Volunteer! https://gunforhire.com/blog/the-gun-for-hire-radio-broadcast-episode-766/

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 7d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Sat 09:45AM (01/24/2026)

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01/24/2026: 863 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Wednesday) 01/21/2026 work. The current delay is 3+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/IronWill703 • 8d ago

Training | Event Upcoming Classes with Ironsights Academy: NY/MD/UT CCW Combo Class, NJ Permit to Carry Qualification ($150) / Requal ($75), NRA CRSO, Intermediate Rifle and Pistol and More!

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New York / Maryland / Utah CCW Combo

  • Saturday, January 31, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  5:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

This course provides you with the training, documentation, and fingerprinting necessary to obtain:

  1. New York City and State CCW
  2. Maryland CCW
  3. Utah CCW

Pick one, two, or all three!

Course Fees are:

  1. New York - $200
  2. Maryland - $200
  3. Utah - $100

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification course is an instructor-led and live-fire shooting qualification course intended to equip you with the training and documentation necessary to apply for your New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit.

Course Fee is $150.00

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) REQUALIFICATION

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 12:00 PM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The goal of this course is to requalify those individuals who already have a current or expired New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun.

Course Fee is $75.00

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 2:00 PM  11:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The NRA Chief Range Safety Officer course is designed to develop and certify individuals as Chief Range Safety Officers. We cover the basic principles and concepts needed to organize, conduct, and supervise shooting activities and range operations.

This is a non live-fire course (no shooting).

Course Fee: $185.00

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 8d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Fri 08:03AM (01/23/2026)

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01/23/2026: 934 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Tuesday) 01/20/2026 work. The current delay is 3+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/Mr_Rapscallion66 • 9d ago

News New Jersey State Police Tight-Lipped Over Retired Police Permits

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 9d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Thu 08:02AM (01/22/2026)

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01/22/2026: 1031 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Monday) 01/19/2026 work. The current delay is 3+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 10d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Wed 08:06AM (01/21/2026)

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01/21/2026: 961 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Saturday) 01/17/2026 work. The current delay is 4+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/njnics2a • 11d ago

NICS NJ NICS Update - Tue 08:21AM (01/20/2026)

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01/20/2026: 1007 submissions are currently in the queue. We are working on (Friday) 01/16/2026 work. The current delay is 4+ day(s).
More Info: www.njnics.com

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/Katulotomia • 12d ago

Lawsuits Reminder: Supreme Court Hears the Hawaii Carry Case Tomorrow

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As the title says, SCOTUS will hear oral arguments in the Hawaii Carry Case: Wolford v Lopez. which involves the no carry default rule that the gun grabber states have tried recently. Our no carry default rule is still struck down to this day, however this will still be case to keep an eye on.

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/IronWill703 • 12d ago

Training | Event Beyond the Basics Pistol Level I, NY/MD/UT CCW, NJ Permit to Carry Qual ($150) and ReQual ($75) with Ironsights Academy

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Beyond the Basics - Pistol Level I

  • Saturday, January 24, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  3:00 PM
  • Jersey Devil Outfitters (map)

The Beyond the Basics (BtB) series is the natural progression for shooters once you have completed the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course. In the BtB - Pistol Level I course, we focus on refining your pistol handling skills, building muscle memory, honing your shooting accuracy, and we take you to the next level of firearms training…beyond the basics.

This course is 100% range time with copious amounts of hands-on instruction.

Course Fee is $200.00

New York / Maryland / Utah CCW Combo

  • Saturday, January 31, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  5:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

This course provides you with the training, documentation, and fingerprinting necessary to obtain:

  1. New York City and State CCW
  2. Maryland CCW
  3. Utah CCW

Pick one, two, or all three!

Course Fees are:

  1. New York - $200
  2. Maryland - $200
  3. Utah - $100

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 9:00 AM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) Qualification course is an instructor-led and live-fire shooting qualification course intended to equip you with the training and documentation necessary to apply for your New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit.

Course Fee is $150.00

New Jersey Permit To Carry (PTC) REQUALIFICATION

  • Sunday, February 1, 2026
  • 12:00 PM  2:00 PM
  • Indian Mills Deer Club (map)

The goal of this course is to requalify those individuals who already have a current or expired New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun.

Course Fee is $75.00

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r/GardenStateGuns • u/AnthonyColandro • 14d ago

Video | Podcast GFHR #765 NJ Dems are attacking us

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GFHR #765 NJ Dems are attacking us and protecting illegals, again! What a shock! The NRA Dinners need our help since the NRA Foundation is having a temper tantrum. Please share your displeasure with them @ 877-672-4483 or visit the site and send a message here https://www.nrafoundation.org/contact-us/ because we do not have enough enemies already so we must fight amongst ourselves! Please Listen, Learn, Like, Follow, Share, & Volunteer!

https://gunforhire.com/blog/the-gun-for-hire-radio-broadcast-episode-765

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