A 2945 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes crime of possessing firearm during public demonstration for purpose of causing civil disorder.

This bill (A2945) makes it a third-degree crime to knowingly possess a firearm at a public demonstration with the purpose of causing civil disorder. It applies even if the person has a valid permit to carry a firearm. The bill defines "civil disorder" as violent gatherings creating imminent danger to public safety or causing injury, and "public demonstration" as a public gathering for expressing support or opposition to a cause. A conviction carries a penalty of 3-5 years in prison, a $15,000 fine, or both.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
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