N.J. Admin. Code § 13:54-6.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 13:54-6.5 - Internal security of firearms and ammunition

(a) In addition to the alarm system, a dealer shall provide for the internal security of firearms and ammunition.

1. Firearms or ammunition shall not be accessible or handled by anyone, unless the individual is directly supervised by a licensed dealer or licensed employee.

2. All firearms stored in a glass display case located in an area accessible by anyone other than a licensed dealer or licensed employee shall be locked at all times.

3. All firearms on display, including those in a glass display case shall be secured by a cable or other adequate locking device that prevents the firearm from being removed from a fixed location unless the dealer or licensed employee is at all times in the immediate vicinity and the firearms are always under observation.

(b) The following is a list of approved internal security methods for the safeguarding of firearms and ammunition during nonbusiness hours. A dealer shall select the method(s) which is most compatible with his or her business:

1. Shotguns and rifles secured in a rack equipped with a locking device such as a metal bar or a steel cable;

2. Firearms and ammunition secured in a heavy gauge metal cabinet equipped with an adequate locking device;

3. Firearms and ammunition secured in a heavy gauge mesh wire cage equipped with an adequate locking device on the door(s);

4. Firearms and ammunition secured in a safe or vault;

5. Firearms may remain in glass display cases, provided the firearms are secured with a steel cable or other adequate locking device; and/or

6. Other method(s) proposed by the dealer approved by the Superintendent.

(c) The method(s) selected by a dealer shall be included in the Security System form STS-61.

(d) Any other building(s) where firearms and/or ammunition are stored shall be subject to the same requirements as applicable to a business premise.

(e) No firearms and/or ammunition shall be stored at any location other than the licensed premises without the written consent of the Superintendent, with the exception of authorized temporary storage locations.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:54-6.5

Amended by47 N.J.R. 1328(a), effective 6/15/2015