S 1113 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

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

This bill (S 1113) makes it a third-degree crime to knowingly possess a firearm during a public demonstration specifically intended to cause civil disorder. It directly affects individuals participating in protests or gatherings who bring firearms with the intent to incite violence or disrupt public safety. The law defines "civil disorder" as violent assemblies creating immediate danger to public health/safety, and "public demonstration" as organized gatherings in public spaces for expressing support or opposition. Violators face up to 5 years in prison or a $15,000 fine, regardless of having a valid firearm permit. The bill does not apply to demonstrations not intended to cause disorder.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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