Attention!

UPDATE AS OF 6/21/2023 - CLICK LINK BELOW - WILL UPDATE AS NEW INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE 
https://newjerseyglobe.com/gun-control/appelas-court-reinstates-n-j-ban-on-concealed-weapons-in-public-places/
Ban on concealed weapons effective immediately:
  • Airports
  • medical facilities
  • playgrounds
  • youth sporting events
  • parks
  • beaches
  • recreation facilities 
  • casinos
  • public libraries
  • museums 
  • zoos 
  • restaurants and bars that serve alcohol 
  • entertainment venues including stadiums and concert halls 
UPDATE FROM THE AG'S OFFICE 5/17/2023:
Under the preliminary injunction, various locations that were designated under N.J.S.A. 2C:58-4.6 as places where firearms would be prohibited have now been enjoined, as well as the provisions related to safe transportation. A summary of the enjoined provisions under this part of the statute are as follows:  
 
  • (a)(6) – w/in 100 ft of a public gathering;
  • (a)(9) – only as to zoos;
  • (a)(10) – parks (including N.J.A.C. 7:2‐2.17(b)), beaches, recreation facilities, but not playgrounds;
  • (a)(12) – libraries and museums;
  • (a)(15) – places that serve alcohol (bars/restaurants);
  • (a)(17) – entertainment facilities (theaters/racetracks/concert venues);
  • (a)(18) – casinos, including N.J.A.C. 13:69‐1.13 (*as of this date, all casinos have posted signs prohibiting firearms);
  • (a)(21) – health care facilities and addiction/mental health treatment centers, but only as to ambulatory care and medical offices;
  • (a)(22) – DHS, DCF, and DOH regulated addiction or mental health facilities (non-health care), but only as to ambulatory care and medical offices;
  • (a)(24) – private property, but only as to the “curtilage” of a private home (e.g. driveways/lawns), and not the inside of one’s private home/business w/o express permission; and
  • (b)(1) – vehicle regulations.
 
Judge Bumb also enjoined the liability insurance requirement under N.J.S.A. 2C:58-4.3, and part of the permit to carry application process under N.J.S.A. 2C:58-4 with respect to in-person interviews of the applicant’s references.
 
NEW DIRECTIVES/LAWS FROM THE GOVERNOR AS OF 12/28/2022​
Directive #14-22.pdf
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gun_safety_bill.pdf
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OTHER RELATED NEWS/LINKS
federal_judge_temporarily_blocks_portions_of_njs_new_gun_law.pdf
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NJ A4769 | 2022-2023 
supplement_to_directive_14-22_-_gun_permit_procedures_04-03-23.pdf
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​C.2C:58-4.5 Restrictions, public carrying, handgun.
 
6. Requirements and restrictions on the lawful carrying of a handgun in public.
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Except as permitted pursuant to N.J.S.2C:39-6, in addition to any criminal penalties under subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:39-5, sections 5 and 7 of P.L.2022, c.131 (C.2C:58-4.4 and C.2C:58-4.6), or any other law, it shall be a crime of the fourth degree for any person in a public place:
 
a. to carry a handgun concealed on or about their person, except as permitted in accordance with N.J.S.2C:39-6, without possessing on their person a valid and lawfully issued permit to carry under N.J.S.2C:58-4 and proof of the liability insurance required pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2022, c.131 (C.2C:58-4.3); or
 
b. to carry a handgun openly, whether or not in possession of a valid and lawfully issued permit to carry under N.J.S.2C:58-4 and proof of the liability insurance required pursuant to section 4 of P.L.2022, c.131 (C.2C:58-4.3).

WHO CAN TAKE THE CLASS?

The minimum age to take BCT-II is 21 years old. This course is for those who have already taken BCT-I and passed the NJ Use of Force & Firearms test. 
*As courtesy, all retired Law Enforcement Officers may schedule to take the Qualification Test free of charge!*

WHERE & WHEN

Belvidere Range - Course is 2 to 3hrs depending on class needs (please note there is only a porta bathroom on site)
~ Because it is an outside range, classes may be rescheduled due to weather. 
CURRENT DATES AVAILABLE TO SCHEDULE GO TO CONTACT/SIGN UP
PRIVATE LESSONS ALSO AVAILABLE

WHAT TO BRING

~ID & FID card 
-Proof of firearm ownership
~ Range bag with Hearing & Eye protection 
~ Bring your firearm "unloaded" ​(per N.J.S.A. 2C:39-6) with the holster you intend to use
​~ 100 rounds of ammo with at least 2 magazines (preferably 3)
​-Can qualify with more than one firearm
~ Clothes you can move in 
~ Water/Light snack​

passing the course

~ Qualification course is the NJ Standard Retired Law Enforcement Officer test with FBI Q target.
~ 50 rounds - must score at least an 80 % to pass 
​~ If you fail your qualification test, you can come back free of charge on another range date and test again. 

​ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • All instructors are law enforcement officers and firearms police instructors in accordance with N.J.S.A 2C:39-6. 
  • We must have a minimum of 4 participants signed up in order to hold a class. If we do not have enough participants, we will reach out to you at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled class.
  • Must provide 24 hours cancellation notice in order to receive a refund.
  • This course will be in accordance with NJ AG Directive No. 2022-07 (see below for copy of directive)
NJ Directive No. 2022-07
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APPLYING FOR PERMIT TO CARRY A HANDGUN 

  • Please see the document titled "Applying for Carry Permit updated 2023." The application & additional documents you'll need when applying are also available below. We recommend that when you put your packet together for your local PD download (1) SP-642 front and back. Updated SP-642 went from 3 to 4 references. Make sure you sign and have it notarized. In addition, have proof of ownership of the firearm the you intend to carry. If you don't have documentation you will need a notarized letter detailing the purchase history of the weapon. Next, have 2 passport photos, fill out form SP-66, Update 7/2023 form S.P.182a, paperwork from BCT 1 / BCT 2 and have a money order in the amount of $50.00 for (NJ) + $150.00 (for the your local PD) or $200.00 (NJSP) payable to; “Treasurer, State of New Jersey”. Then, you should get a case # from your local PD/NJSP and will have to be printed again. Finally, if the NJSP/local PD "Chief" signs off on your packet you are now good to go (see new Directive # 14-22 above 12/28/22). However, if your packet is not approved review the same new Directive # 14-22 for appeal process. Permit good for 2 years and as of now the renewal process will be the same so we recommend you make copies of your packet.
  • Update 7/2023 S.P.182a PTC Additional Handguns Intended to be Carried 
  • Once you have your NJ Carry Permit an easy way to apply for a PA Conceal Carry sheriff@pikepa.org. 
  • Click on link below fill out application and follow directions!
  • PA Permit good for 5 years.
     https://cms7files.revize.com/pikecountypa/Document%20Center/Courts%20&%20Law/Sheriffs%20Office/LTCApplication2.24.23.pdf
  • Update on Liability Insurance BLOCKED 5/16/2023   see link below                                     
  • https://savejersey.com/2023/05/federal-judge-blocks-n-j-liability-insurance-mandate-for-gun-owners/
  • Insurance for 300k Liability from new directive kicks in July 2023. At this point it can not be obtained in NJ because of Gov. Murphy Executive order from a few years ago. However, I would think this would be fixed before July 2023. The information on my website is my best understanding/interpretation of the the New Laws/Directives. 
Applying for Carry Permit.pdf
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NJ Code 13:54-2.4
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Carry Permit Application - SP-642.pdf
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SP-66 Mental Health Records Search
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*All participants will be required to sign a waiver before the class begins. Please review the document below and read thoroughly before you come to class.*
Waiver and Release BCT-2
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Lt. Frank tootle - instructor (retired 2022)

  • PTC Certified Firearms Instructor since September 2005
  • Served in the United States Marine Corps (1988-1994 Persian Gulf & Somalia)
  • Combat Veteran 
  • PTC MOI Certified 
  • PTC Certified Assault / Patrol Rifle Instructor/ Shotgun 
  • RPO Certified NJSP

BASIC CIVILIAN TACTICS

Owner/Instructor - Victor Ioffredo
908-227-6845
victor.ioffredo@gmail.com