Video Highlights
- New Jersey recently passed a law making possession of firearms without serial numbers unlawful
- However, the state's definition of firearms included items such as antiques, curios, relics, BB guns, and pellet guns
- Many people, including the Washington President, believed this would lead to the largest gun grab in US history
- In a rare moment of common sense, the Attorney General of New Jersey has issued a memorandum on enforcement
- The memorandum clarifies that the law will only apply to firearms manufactured without serial numbers, firearms using air carbon dioxide or springs, and firearms manufactured before 1968
- Federal law does not require these types of firearms to have individual serial numbers
- The memorandum will be followed by all county prosecutors and law enforcement officers in the state
- This means that the largest gun grab in US history will not occur in New Jersey, at least for now
Video Summary
About a month ago, there was great concern over New Jersey's new law regarding firearms without serial numbers. The law made it illegal to possess a firearm without a serial number, but the problem was how New Jersey defined firearms. Their definition was much broader than any other state's definition, including items such as antiques, curios, relics, BB guns, and pellet guns. This led many people, including the Washington President, to believe that New Jersey was about to commence with the largest gun grab in American history.
However, in a surprising turn of events, the Attorney General of New Jersey has issued a memorandum on enforcement. The memorandum clarifies the meaning of a firearm and how the law will be enforced. It states that the law will only apply to firearms that fall into three specific categories: firearms manufactured without serial numbers, firearms using air carbon dioxide or springs to expel a projectile, and firearms manufactured before 1968.
According to the memorandum, federal law does not require these types of firearms to have individual serial numbers. Therefore, the New Jersey Attorney General has decided to enforce the law based on the federal definition of a firearm. This means that the largest gun grab in American history will not occur in New Jersey, at least for now.
The memorandum also states that all county prosecutors and law enforcement officers in the state must follow these guidelines. This provides clarity for New Jersey residents who were concerned about the potential impact of the law.
While this is good news for gun owners in New Jersey, it is important for all gun owners to know and understand the laws in their state. Being a lawful and responsible gun owner means knowing the law and how it applies to you in any situation. If you have any further questions about this or any other Second Amendment issues, you can contact Washington gun law for more information.
In conclusion, the Attorney General's memorandum has brought relief to many in New Jersey who were worried about the largest gun grab in American history. The state's broad definition of firearms has been clarified, and the law will only apply to specific categories of firearms. It is important for gun owners to stay informed and educated about the laws that affect them, and to always prioritize safety and responsibility when exercising their Second Amendment rights.
