Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Trenton, Toms River, Cherry Hill or the Jersey Shore: New Jersey buyers can order from JCM Armory and pick up at a licensed dealer near them. JCM Armory is a licensed firearms dealer (FFL) in Joppa, Maryland. We ship to local FFLs in 49 states (not California). New Jersey has some of the more detailed firearm rules in the country, so please read this page, and check with your dealer, before you order.
How buying a gun online works in New Jersey
- Pick your firearm and your dealer. Add the gun to your cart and choose a licensed New Jersey dealer at checkout. Have your FPIC or handgun purchase permit approved before you order.
- Your FFL receives it. Once we’ve verified your dealer’s license, we ship the gun to their store. We never send firearms to a customer’s home.
- Permit check and pickup. Show your ID and your FPIC (long guns) or Permit to Purchase a Handgun, complete ATF Form 4473, and the dealer runs the New Jersey State Police check before transfer.
What to know about firearm transfers in New Jersey
Rifles and shotguns need an FPIC. New Jersey requires a Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (FPIC) to buy a rifle or shotgun.
Handguns need a permit for each purchase. Under N.J.S.A. 2C:58-3, a separate Permit to Purchase a Handgun is required for each handgun. Apply through the New Jersey State Police Firearms Application and Registration System (FARS).
State background check. New Jersey is a full point-of-contact state; the New Jersey State Police run dealer checks.
Assault firearm and 10-round magazine law. New Jersey bans firearms it defines as “assault firearms” and magazines over 10 rounds. The full Third Circuit ruled against both laws on July 17, 2026, but on August 4 it put its own ruling on hold while New Jersey asks the U.S. Supreme Court to review it, so both laws are still enforced today. Treat them as in force: we can’t ship covered firearms or magazines over 10 rounds to New Jersey. This law is being challenged in court and may change; we follow the stricter rule until it’s settled. Ask us before ordering.
This is general information, not legal advice. Following federal, state and local law is the buyer’s responsibility, and the rules can change. Your New Jersey dealer is a good first stop for questions. Some items we sell may not be legal to buy in New Jersey; your dealer will not transfer an item that state law prohibits. Last reviewed: October 21, 2026.
Shipping and fees
- Firearms of $300 or more ship at no charge.
- Ammunition ships at no charge on ammo orders of $750 and up.
- A $15 flat rate covers other orders; we ship guns and ammo separately.
- Smokeless powder and primers carry a $40 per-order hazmat fee.
- Your New Jersey dealer charges their own transfer fee.
Popular categories for New Jersey buyers
- Shotguns for deer, waterfowl and upland birds
- Handguns (permit required)
- Bolt-action rifles
- Optics
- Ammunition
- Holsters
New Jersey hunting rules come from the Division of Fish and Wildlife. Much of New Jersey deer hunting is limited to shotguns, muzzleloaders and archery, so check current regulations.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to buy a rifle or shotgun in New Jersey?
A Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (FPIC), plus the standard ATF Form 4473 and State Police background check at the dealer.
Do I need a permit for every handgun in New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey requires a separate Permit to Purchase a Handgun for each handgun.
Is New Jersey’s assault firearm ban still in effect?
Yes. The Third Circuit ruled against it in July 2026 but put that ruling on hold while the Supreme Court considers the case, so the ban and the 10-round magazine limit are still enforced.
Can a gun be shipped to my house in New Jersey?
No. Firearms ship only to a licensed FFL dealer, where you complete the paperwork and background check before pickup.
How much does shipping run?
Firearms $300 and up and ammo orders of $750+ in ammunition ship free. Everything else is $15 flat. Powder and primers carry a $40 hazmat fee per order.
Do you ship to every state?
We ship firearms to local FFL dealers in 49 states. We do not ship to California.