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NJ S1704
NJ S1704Establishes priority for certain firearm-related background checks when applicant has obtained domestic violence restraining order.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the background investigation of an applicant for a firearms purchaser identification card, permit to purchase a handgun, or permit to carry a handgun to take precedence over the investigation of other applicants if there is a restraining order in effect that was obtained by the applicant against a domestic violence offender pursuant to the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" (PVDA). The bill requires the standard application form for an identification card or either type of permit to set forth whether a restraining order obtained by the applicant against a domestic violence offender pursuant to the PVDA is in effect, in order to alert law enforcement that the application should take precedence. The sponsor's intent is to accelerate the process of victims of domestic violence obtaining identification cards or permits in order to allow them to protect themselves.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a priority system for firearm-related background checks for individuals who have obtained a domestic violence restraining order against an offender under the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991" (PVDA). Specifically, if an applicant for a firearms purchaser identification card, a permit to purchase a handgun, or a permit to carry a handgun has an active restraining order against a domestic violence offender, their background check will be processed before others. To facilitate this, the application forms for these permits will now include a question asking if such a restraining order is in effect, thereby alerting law enforcement to prioritize these applications. The intent behind this legislation is to expedite the process for victims of domestic violence to obtain the necessary permits to protect themselves.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1704 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1704_I1.HTM |
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