New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Signs Bill Overhauling Gun Carry Rules – NBC10 Philadelphia

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy on Thursday signed a review of the rules for permits to carry firearms.

Before signing the bill at a ceremony in Scotch Plains, Democrat Murphy said, “We are obligated to abide by the Supreme Court’s ruling, but we are obligated to do all we can to keep guns from spreading. There is also

The Democratic-led Senate passed the bill on Monday and sent it to Murphy’s desk. I had predicted that I would not pass the convocation.

“By signing this bill, Gov. Murphy virtually eliminated his chances of being elected to office outside of New Jersey and confirmed that the Constitution does indeed ‘above his salary level,'” said Scott. Chief Bach said. Association of Rifle and Pistol Clubs of New Jersey,

The law, echoing a June Supreme Court ruling, abolishes New Jersey’s current requirement that a person seeking a permit to carry a firearm demonstrate a “legitimate need” and demonstrate “good character.” increase. Other changes to the law include the disqualification of people incarcerated for mental health and those under restraining orders as “fugitives from justice.”

The measure also calls for the abolition of the paper permit system, which used four documents to register applicants. It will also establish an online gun sales portal that has not yet been created.

The number of approvals from non-family members increases from 3 to 4 to obtain a permit. You must also be interviewed by law enforcement officers.

The measure also raises training requirements, calling for online face-to-face classrooms and target shooting instruction. You must also allow the carrier to carry liability insurance.

It prohibits people from carrying it in many public places, including state buildings, schools, polling stations, child care facilities, public parks and beaches, well concert venues and bars.