2nd Amendment and Right to Bear Arms/Additional Township Forms

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Expert: - 2/3/2010


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Hi Dan, My town in NJ has their own forms that they require completion of, (one needs certification) before processing a firearms application.  These are, of course, in addition to the state required forms.  Are they legally allowed to require additional township forms?  If not, are there inherent risks for refusing to submit these supplemental forms?  Can they legally refuse your application?  One form allows them to contact anyone that you reference in your application packet.  Another requires disclosure of all persons residing in your home.  Will they actually contact ALL people referenced? I am being told that by law, a permit must be issued within 30 days of application.  The officer I spoke with said it could take months.  This is legal?  Please advise. Thanks in advance for any input, David

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David,

Your town has the right to require those forms for firearms and yes they can refuse your application. I do not know if they will contact all of those people or not. If you need further clarification I suggest that you contact legal help. It is always best to get legal help in the town in which you reside. They are the most familiar with local laws.

Best wishes,

Dan  

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I will answer questions on the 2nd amendment from both historical and present day applications. I will answer questions on the right to keep and bear arms and the significance of this right. I will not answer questions that require legal interpretation or those that are outside of my areas of expertise.

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I have studied the 2nd amendment from a historical view. I have certified as an NRA Range Safety Officer. I am a Federal Firearms License holder, and have a CCW permit. Since 2004, I operated my own gunsmithing shop and offer custom pistolsmithing services. I have served a 4 year term as an elected offical on the Montrose Colorado City Council, becoming Mayor in my 4th year. I am well versed on the US Constitution and firearm laws.

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NRA, NAHC, M1 Garand Collectors Association

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Smith & Wesson Club 1852 fall 2007 issue.

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