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NJ A505

NJ A505
Clarifies that BB guns are not firearms under New Jersey law.


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Introduced
01/09/2018
In Committee
01/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2020

Introduced Session

2018-2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill revises the definition of "firearm" to clarify that BB guns are not firearms and, therefore, are not subject to New Jersey's strict firearms licensing and permitting statutes.

AI Summary

This bill revises the definition of "firearm" under New Jersey law to clarify that BB guns, which use air, compressed air, or carbon dioxide to eject a small, non-pointed projectile at a low velocity, are not considered firearms. As a result, BB guns will not be subject to the state's strict licensing and permitting requirements for firearms.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/09/2018)

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