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NJ A2783
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Louis Greenwald
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AI Summary
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Requires firearm owners to store firearms unloaded in a gun safe or securely locked container when not in use, with ammunition stored separately from the firearm
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Exempts active law enforcement officers from general storage requirements, though they must secure firearms when persons under 18 are present on their premises
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Creates a permissive inference that owners who fail to properly store firearms acted knowingly or recklessly if their conduct creates substantial risk of serious bodily injury or death to another person
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Requires retail firearms dealers to provide written warnings to purchasers and display signage about storage requirements and penalties
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Directs the Attorney General to establish a public awareness campaign about firearm storage dangers and requirements, with $500,000 appropriated for implementation, and mandates annual reporting on violations and the law's effectiveness
Legislative Description
"New Jersey Safe Storage of Firearms Act"; establishes certain requirements and penalties regarding firearm storage; repeals law governing minor's access to firearm; requires AG to establish public awareness campaign regarding firearm storage; appropriates $500,000.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/9/2024