S.1864

Establishes priority for firearm-related background checks for applicants with domestic violence restraining orders.

New Jersey S1864 mandates that background checks for applicants seeking a firearms purchaser identification card, a permit to purchase a handgun, or a permit to carry a handgun take precedence if the applicant has a domestic violence restraining order. The bill requires application forms to include a statement about such restraining orders to alert law enforcement. The intent is to expedite the process for domestic violence victims to obtain permits, enabling them to protect themselves. The bill also outlines various restrictions and requirements for firearm purchases and ownership.