Honorably discharged veterans can carry a handgun in New Jersey.
This bill allows honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard to carry a handgun at all times in New Jersey. The veteran must not be disqualified from owning a firearm under current law. The veteran must also semi-annually qualify in the use of the handgun. The Superintendent of State Police must obtain a verification of service from a representative of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs before issuing a carry permit. The permit is valid for two years and is not transferable.
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