New Jersey Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What must an individual obtain in order to carry a handgun in public in New Jersey?

  1. A Firearms Purchaser Identification Card

  2. A handgun carry permit

  3. Consent from the local police department

  4. A valid driver’s license

The correct answer is: A handgun carry permit

In New Jersey, individuals must obtain a handgun carry permit in order to carry a handgun in public. This permit is issued by the local police chief or superintendent of the State Police and requires the applicant to demonstrate a justifiable need to carry a handgun. A Firearms Purchaser Identification Card is needed to purchase a handgun but does not allow for the carrying of a handgun in public. Consent from the local police department is not sufficient for carrying a handgun in public, and a valid driver's license is unrelated to the carrying of a handgun.