NJ A4687

Raises the age threshold for firearm access restrictions from minors under 16 to minors under 18, making it a disorderly persons offense if a minor gains access to a loaded firearm

Requires firearm owners to store weapons in a securely locked box or container, a location a reasonable person would believe to be secure, or with a trigger lock

Mandates law enforcement officers who observe improperly secured firearms to return to the premises at a later date to verify compliance with storage requirements

Exempts lawful firearm use by minors under authorized activities and situations where a minor obtained a firearm through unlawful entry

Violations constitute a disorderly persons offense, punishable by up to six months imprisonment, a fine of up to $1,000, or both