A 4738 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "New Jersey Home Safety Act" concerning firearm storage and safety; appropriates $500,000.

This bill, known as the New Jersey Home Safety Act, requires firearm owners to store their guns in locked safes or containers when not in use, directly affecting all residents who possess firearms in New Jersey. The law mandates that firearms be secured in a way that renders them inaccessible and unusable to anyone other than the owner, with exceptions for lawful carry and temporary transfers. Violations carry penalties ranging from community service for first offenses to criminal charges if the failure to secure a firearm results in serious injury or death. The legislation also directs the Attorney General to establish a list of approved organizations for community service sentences focused on gun violence prevention education and requires retail firearm dealers to provide written warnings about secure storage laws to customers.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 16, 2026 Last action Mar 16, 2026
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