Hi all,
I am new to both NewJerseyHunter and hunting in general, so I really appreciate the input and advice of the more seasoned members and hunters.
I currently live in NYC, but grew up in NJ, and have started enjoying hunting and clay shooting near where I grew up. I just purchased my first shotgun, and would like to bring it to NJ for my shooting, but often make a weekend out of the trip to see friends and family as well. The issue is that this would not constitute a "direct" trip to/from my residence in NY and the field/clays course.
I have been unable to find consistent information on the legality of this. I have searched the forums, and found some related information; the following post addresses the issues around making the direct trip and if a NJ FID is necessary: (http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/foru...mits/159594-taking-gun-ny-nj-shoot-range.html), however this does not address the concern of an indirect trip (e.g. staying in NJ for the weekend).
I sent the below email to the NJSP FIU (NJ State Police Firearms Investigations Unit) and received a response to call them to discuss:
Hi, I am a NY resident I have a couple questions about bringing a firearm into NJ. I have spent considerable time online looking for the answer to these questions with no concrete results, so I very much appreciate your time and assistance.
I own a shotgun (and have a NYC long gun permit), and would like to bring it to NJ for target shooting and hunting.
I understand it's permissible to bring my shotgun in as long as I am going directly to the range/field, and coming directly back. However, if I spend the weekend in NJ, I don't believe this would be considered "direct". Would I need a NJ FID to bring my shotgun to NJ for the weekend?
If so, as an out-of-state applicant, I understand that I must apply in person at the closest NJ State Police barracks. Can I submit my application to the East Rutherford barracks? I do not have a car, so I could take NJ Transit to that location.
For transportation, I understand that Amtrak has a policy in place for firearm transportation. Am I permitted to transport my shotgun (in a locked, opaque, hard case, with ammunition locked separately) on NJ Transit? I was unable to find information on that policy.
Again, thank you very much for your time and assistance. Please let me know if you need any further information or clarification.
Best,
Rory
When I called, the response was essentially that the FID would not be relevant, there is no way I can bring my shotgun to NJ for the weekend (only directly between my residence in NY and the field/clays course).
Does the answer I received sound correct and consistent with your understanding of the laws?
If this is the case, it's pretty disappointing, but so be it. However, given the inconsistency of information that people seem to receive regarding these types of questions, I wanted to seek the advice of the knowledgeable folks here before I give up on the idea.
Thanks again for taking the time to read all of this. Please don't hesitate to respond if you have any questions about the scenario.
Best,
Rory
I am new to both NewJerseyHunter and hunting in general, so I really appreciate the input and advice of the more seasoned members and hunters.
I currently live in NYC, but grew up in NJ, and have started enjoying hunting and clay shooting near where I grew up. I just purchased my first shotgun, and would like to bring it to NJ for my shooting, but often make a weekend out of the trip to see friends and family as well. The issue is that this would not constitute a "direct" trip to/from my residence in NY and the field/clays course.
I have been unable to find consistent information on the legality of this. I have searched the forums, and found some related information; the following post addresses the issues around making the direct trip and if a NJ FID is necessary: (http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/foru...mits/159594-taking-gun-ny-nj-shoot-range.html), however this does not address the concern of an indirect trip (e.g. staying in NJ for the weekend).
I sent the below email to the NJSP FIU (NJ State Police Firearms Investigations Unit) and received a response to call them to discuss:
Hi, I am a NY resident I have a couple questions about bringing a firearm into NJ. I have spent considerable time online looking for the answer to these questions with no concrete results, so I very much appreciate your time and assistance.
I own a shotgun (and have a NYC long gun permit), and would like to bring it to NJ for target shooting and hunting.
I understand it's permissible to bring my shotgun in as long as I am going directly to the range/field, and coming directly back. However, if I spend the weekend in NJ, I don't believe this would be considered "direct". Would I need a NJ FID to bring my shotgun to NJ for the weekend?
If so, as an out-of-state applicant, I understand that I must apply in person at the closest NJ State Police barracks. Can I submit my application to the East Rutherford barracks? I do not have a car, so I could take NJ Transit to that location.
For transportation, I understand that Amtrak has a policy in place for firearm transportation. Am I permitted to transport my shotgun (in a locked, opaque, hard case, with ammunition locked separately) on NJ Transit? I was unable to find information on that policy.
Again, thank you very much for your time and assistance. Please let me know if you need any further information or clarification.
Best,
Rory
When I called, the response was essentially that the FID would not be relevant, there is no way I can bring my shotgun to NJ for the weekend (only directly between my residence in NY and the field/clays course).
Does the answer I received sound correct and consistent with your understanding of the laws?
If this is the case, it's pretty disappointing, but so be it. However, given the inconsistency of information that people seem to receive regarding these types of questions, I wanted to seek the advice of the knowledgeable folks here before I give up on the idea.
Thanks again for taking the time to read all of this. Please don't hesitate to respond if you have any questions about the scenario.
Best,
Rory