Requires seizure of ammunition and certain firearm components in response to domestic violence restraining order or conviction.
This bill requires law enforcement to seize ammunition and certain firearm components from individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders or convicted of domestic violence offenses in New Jersey. The legislation directly affects people who have been legally restricted due to domestic violence charges or court orders by mandating the removal of their ammunition and specific firearm parts. Key provisions include expanding the definition of "firearm" to cover air guns and spring guns, clarifying definitions for terms like "destructive device" and "machine gun," and updating the legal framework for firearm regulations. The bill aims to enhance public safety by ensuring that individuals with domestic violence convictions or restraining orders cannot access ammunition or modify their firearms. This change is part of broader amendments to New Jersey's statutory law regarding domestic violence and firearms.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee
lower
2 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ellen Park
DDemocratic
P
Shama Haider
DDemocratic
Co
Chris Tully
DDemocratic
Co
Lisa Swain
DDemocratic
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