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NJ A533
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Christian Barranco
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AI Summary
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Removes the prohibition on Class One special law enforcement officers (SLEOs) carrying firearms, allowing them to carry after completing firearm training prescribed by the Police Training Commission
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Eliminates municipal discretion over whether Class Two SLEOs may carry firearms, making firearm authorization mandatory upon completion of required training
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Requires volunteer auxiliary police officers to complete the same basic firearms training course as SLEOs and mandates municipalities authorize them to carry firearms after certification
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Maintains existing provisions for Class Three SLEOs (retired full-time law enforcement officers) who are already permitted to carry firearms on duty
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Permits certain special law enforcement officers and auxiliary police officers to carry firearms on duty.
Judiciary
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
1/9/2024