• Did you know that on 1/10/98 Gov. Whitman signed into law N.J.S. 2C:39-16 which is known as Assembly bill 221, "Leader of Firearm Trafficking Network "?   This law makes it a crime to unlawfully sell, transport or dispose of a firearm punishable as a FIRST DEGREE OFFENSE (10-20 years) and up to a $500,000 fine!  Quoting Evan Nappen is in his book, "Nappen on NJ Gun Laws", on page 17:
 "Never before in the history of U.S. gun laws has a pure victimless anti-gun law (not involving the unlawful use of a firearm against another) been so harsh and extreme in its penalty.  One may commit a Second Degree Sexual Assault or Seconded Degree Armed Robbery without facing so severe a penalty.  This new gun control law is the same degree of offense as a MURDER charge."
• Did you know that ALL firearms are banned in NJ?  One can legally possess firearms by exemptions only.  Under N.J.S. 2C:39-5, possession of ALL firearms is prohibited unless one has a NJ permit to carry a handgun or a NJ Firearm Purchaser ID card for long guns.   Even if one possesses these licenses, under N.J.S. 2C:39-2b one is presumed not to be licensed until proven otherwise.  It is up to the law abiding gun owner to prove later in court that he/she was in lawful possession under an exemption.  So, in NJ, GUN OWNERS ARE GUILTY UNTIL PROVEN INNOCENT!
• Did you know that under N.J.S. 13:54-1.15 any background investigation conducted by the chief of police, the Superintendent or the county prosecutor, of any applicant for a permit, FID card, or registration is not of public record and shall not be disclosed to any person not authorized by law...INCLUDING THE APPLICANT?!?!  That means if you are denied a permit, you can't see the documentation without hiring an attorney to get this information!
• Did you know in NJ its already illegal to transfer the ownership of ANY firearm at a gun show?!?  That right!  You can only DISPLAY firearms at gun shows in NJ.  Thats why there aren't any around (with the exception of the antique show in Toms River).   All transfers of firearms must be done at the FFL licensed place of business (See page 77 of Evan Nappen's Book, "Nappen on New Jersey Gun Law")
• Did you know that its a criminal offense, punishable by a fine and imprisonment, to leave a loaded firearm within easy access of a minor (anyone under the age of 16)?
• Did you know that BB guns are classified as firearms under NJ Gun Laws?
• Did you know that gun clubs and target ranges are exempt from noise liability under the Noise Control Act of 1971?
• Did you know that when placing an ad for firearms you are trying to sell, you MUST include a statement which specifies that the buyer is to have the necessary permits appropriate for the transaction?  Failure to include this statement in your ad is a disorderly person offense under L.1983, c.515, s.1; amended 1990,c.32,s.5.
• Did you know that under N.J.S. 2C:39-15a, a person is committing a crime of the second degree if he/she trains or demonstrates the use of any firearm to anyone who intends to use the firearm illegally?  This carries a penalty of 10 years in jail and up to a $100,000 fine!
• Did you know that imitation/toy firearms are prohibited in NJ under N.J.S. 2C:39-4e and is considered a crime of the 4th degree with a maximum jail time of 18 month and a maximum fine of $1800?
• Did you know that under N.J.S. 2C:39-5e(3) it is a disorderly persons offense to bring a toy firearm to any school (in buildings or even on the grounds) with  a maximum jail time of 6 months and $1000 fine?
• Did you know that your best protection against becoming a victim of the NJ criminal justice system is outlined in Evan Nappen's book, "Nappen on NJ gun laws"?  On page 14 of his book Nappen offers 3 simple rules (Called SAC):

S - Remain Silent

A - Ask for an Attorney


C - Do NOT Consent to giving up or waiving your rights!