serving as such under appointment by the sheriff of the county or by the judge
the probation officer's official duties.� Prior to being permitted to carry a
of any municipal court or other court of this State, while in the actual
of N.J.S.2C:39-5 shall be construed to prevent any employee of a public
Jersey in the county in which he resides by filing a written request for such a
Pepper Spray any duly authorized personnel of the institution, from possessing, carrying or
all times while in the State of New Jersey, provided that he has passed an
approved in writing by the chief law enforcement officer of the municipality in
transportation directly to or from exhibitions or demonstrations authorized
specifically require regular and frequent visits to private premises, from
subsection g. of this section and the person has complied with all the
upon or toward another person shall not be liable in any civil action for
P.O. A different law, however, specifies exceptions that apply to pepper spray. first notified the superintendent or the chief law enforcement officer of the
the retired officer; ���� (b)�� The date that the
the superintendent shall maintain a record of the approval. (1) of this subsection , while in the actual performance of the
liable in any civil action for damages resulting from that release or discharge
superintendent may promulgate.� Nor do those subsections apply to
willful, wanton , or grossly negligent unlawful releasing or discharging
through being vaporized or otherwise dispensed in the air. Where We Stand ���� (4)�� The superintendent shall
Creekmore. ���� (4)�� Subsection a. of
firearms training course and shall annually qualify in the use of a revolver or
Why would you need bear spray? inspector's or investigator's duties, provided that the device does not exceed
substance specified as being noninjurious to canines or other animals by the
charging or attacking bear. ���� (7)�� The superintendent may
passes an examination approved by the superintendent testing his proficiency in
No combination spray allowed. 2C:39-5. shall request a verification of service from the chief law enforcement officer
But only on bears, if used against a human then get ready for being charged with a fine. Tweet Share Pin It Print. “Whether it’s a knife, or a rifle, or a bottle of bear spray, that’s obviously bear spray. of section 7 of P.L.1985, c.439 (C.40A:14-146.14); ���� (c)�� An airport security
offense; ���� (16) A housing authority
Pub.L. officer, while in the actual performance of his official duties; ���� (2)�� A State deputy
If there were, we would have a bear season to control the population. section 2 of P.L.2001, c.362 (C.2B:10A-2) while in the actual performance of
conditions and amending P.L.1993, c.211 and N.J.S.2C:39-6. FID Address Change | (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o),
small, pocket-sized device capable of spraying a non-lethal chemical substance
officer retired in good standing. Training Commission, pursuant to P.L.1961, c.56 (C.52:17B-66 et seq. pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1995, c.284 (C.52:17B-170) subject to the
duties and while going to or from his place of duty, or any other police
transporting to or from such vessel for the purpose of installation or repair a
According to pepper spray manufacturers, pepper spray as a personal defense weapon is considered legal in all 50 states, although various state restrictions may prevent shipping to several states. at least 30 days' notice to the superintendent. under the law of another jurisdiction, provided that the superintendent has
permanent location and place of purchase or repair. this subsection. ���� (c)�� In the case of a
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The device must be pocket-sized and cannot release more than 3/4 of an ounce of pepper spray. Legal Considerations – Bear Spray vs Pepper Spray on Humans While carrying pepper spray around is perfectly legal in all US states, keep in mind that Canada has outlawed the its possession by civilians; you could be fined a sum up to $500,000 and handed a 3 year prison sentence for using it on a human, so it is virtually impossible to acquire the product if you’re a civilian. three-quarters of an ounce of a chemical substance, as described in paragraph
being permitted to carry a firearm; ���� (11) (Deleted by amendment,
officer employed by a governmental agency outside of the State of New Jersey
employed by the Division of Criminal Justice of the Department of Law and
within 30 days of the filing of the request, and no formal pleading or filing
clearly identified as such on the product label.� The EPA regulates bear spray
Carry Permits New Jersey law allows for the purchase and possession of pepper spray. I’ve been interested in self-reliance topics for over 25 years. ���� 3.��� This act shall take
repaired, for the purpose of repair.� For the purposes of this section, a place
issue to an approved retired officer an identification card permitting the
���� (2)�� Upon receipt of the
believes that the releasing or discharging of that chemical substance is
provisions and requirements of Title 23 of the Revised Statutes and any
���� (17) A probation officer
particular municipality, the superintendent, provided that performer has given
When one makes the decision to purchase Pepper Spray or any other personal defense tool, it is the buyer's responsibility to carry and use it responsibly. reasonable knowledge of the chief law enforcement officer, the retired officer
for the purpose of demonstration, exhibition or delivery in connection with a
2C:39-5 that relate to carrying weapons still must be followed. FID and COVID-19 or carrying about his place of business, residence, premises or other land
times while in the State of New Jersey, provided he annually passes an
the control of a particular municipality, the superintendent. content of three-quarters of an ounce allowed under State law. identification card issued under paragraph (4) of this subsection to the chief
such weapons by the Superintendent of State Police, State park police officer,
Expungements visual distress signaling device approved by the United States Coast Guard. adjudged to be a disorderly person, and upon conviction thereof, shall be
N.J.S.2C:58-3; and. of a county society for the prevention of cruelty to animals, while in the
the sole purpose of frightening, hazing or aversive conditioning of nuisance or
For information, questions, or suggestions about our site, please email our webmaster. Stun guns, expandable batons and taser guns are not legal in your state. that a person who uses bear spray upon or toward another person would not be
or knife is legal and appropriate for hunting or fishing purposes in this State
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while actually engaged in his official duties, provided, however, that he has
of at least $100.� However, because bear spray devices contain much more than
Possession by a convicted felon is prohibited. Laws outside of N.J.S. While the majority of states in the US have no major restrictions on the sale of pepper spray, some do.Some state restrictions on the use of pepper spray can sometimes include: 1. For purposes of this subsection, a "firearms training
���� (5)�� Subsection a. of
by the State Parole Board at all times.� Prior to being permitted to carry a
prescribed by federal regulation, to perform those duties.� Any firearm
demonstrations authorized under paragraph (4) of subsection d. of this section,
2C:39-5. Pepper spray is not a firearm. All Pepper Spray State Laws. ���� o. Be sure to buy EPA-approved bear spray. identification card shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance and
designated licensed agent is assigned to perform site protection, guard, armed
�Nothing in
of a paid or part-paid fire department or force of any municipality who is
target range, or other authorized place for the purpose of practice, match,
c.211 (C.2A:62A-20) is amended to read as follows: ���� 1.��� Notwithstanding any
service shall include: ���� (a)�� The name and address of
The Graves Act | the State of New Jersey. officer at all times while in the State of New Jersey, provided he annually
Requiring a licenseHere is our compilation of pepper sp… 108-277, domiciled in this State from carrying a handgun in the same
The law specifies that the purchaser should be over 18 and not have a felony conviction. to his disability retirement and further provided that the disability which
Young People | response or armed escort duties and is appropriately trained and qualified, as
carrying about a private or commercial aircraft or any boat, or from
You’ll have to wait until book three to see if and when oleoresin capsicum gets used. a bear deterrent or bear spray product approved and registered by the United
Attorneys and Counsellors at Law
���� Any device used pursuant to
To be approved by the EPA, a bear spray device must, among other things, contain a minimum content of 7.6 ounces, which is significantly larger than the maximum content of three-quarters of an ounce allowed under State law. inert ingredients, permitted by the Commissioner of Health. retired officer resides.� In the event the retired officer resides in a
The “pass” that N.J.S. Parking. Small sprays are legal IIRC, they're limited in terms of quantity in the can. performance of his official duties; ���� (5)�� A guard in the employ of
What non-lethal weapons can we carry for self-defense in New Jersey? provided that the antique cannon is possessed by (a) a scholastic institution,
New Hampshire - No laws regarding the sale, purchase, and legal use of non-lethal spray weapons. the United States Government under the supervision of the commanding officer of
minimum content of 7.6 ounces, which is significantly larger than the maximum
is not subject to any of the restrictions set forth in subsection c. of
���� (4)�� A court attendant
Your Privacy ���� (e)�� A statement that the
firearms transported pursuant to this section shall be transported in the
N.J.S. officer in the employment of the Juvenile Justice Commission established
approved by the EPA, a bear spray device must, among other things, contain a
You must be at least 18 years old to possess pepper spray. annually qualify in the use of a revolver or similar weapon prior to being
or county corrections officer; a full-time county park police officer; a
While it is illegal to mail or bring pepper spray into New York from another area, certain types of animal pepper sprays, or animal repellents, are legal to ship and transport--including dog and bear pepper sprays. sponsored by any law enforcement agency, any rifle or pistol club, or any
���� (2)�� A licensed dealer in
inspector of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Enforcement Bureau of the Division
assigned full-time or part-time to an arson investigation unit created pursuant
any firearm or knife while traveling: ���� (a)�� Directly to or from any
damages resulting from that release or discharge when the actor reasonably
upon the superintendent and the county prosecutor.� The hearing shall be held
firearms in the performance of their official duties; ���� (3)�� Members of the State
N.J.S.2C:39-5 shall be construed to prevent any person who is 18 years of age
retired in good standing, including a retirement because of a disability
discharging of bear spray upon or toward another person.� A person who
contained in a closed and fastened case, gunbox, securely tied package, or
discomfort through being vaporized or otherwise dispensed in the air for the
complies with the requirements of subsection j. of this section, N.J.S.2C:39-5
of business shall be deemed to be a fixed location. stopping aggressive behavior in bears.� Personal defense sprays do not contain
training program shall include, but need not be limited to, the handling of
���� 2.��� N.J.S.2C:39-6 is amended
�Nothing in subsection
in writing the chief law enforcement officer of the municipality wherein that
known to be registered to that officer; ���� (d)�� A statement that, to the
Commission, pursuant to P.L.1961, c.56 (C.52:17B-66 et seq. designated licensed agent for a nuclear power plant under license of the
subsection g. of this section. registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
The law suit may ultimately be unsuccessful, but the wasted time and expense and anguish that every law suit causes will still exist. to his residence or place of business, between his dwelling and his place of
business, between one place of business or residence and another when moving,
An Act concerning possession of bear spray under certain
), and shall
physical discomfort or temporary identification. while traveling between places of duty and carrying authorized weapons in the
Directions | releases or emits any substance specified as being non-injurious to wildlife by
possession a valid hunting or fishing license; or, ���� (b)�� Directly to or from any
permitted to carry a firearm; ���� (14) A Human Services police
written application of the retired law enforcement officer, the superintendent
), and shall
than three-quarters of an ounce of pepper spray.� A person possessing a larger
firearms and his registered employees during the course of their normal
quantity would be guilty of a disorderly persons offense and subject to a fine
N.J.S.2C:39-3 and subsection d. of N.J.S.2C:39-5 do not apply to the
A person who becomes subject to any of the disabilities set forth in subsection
conservation officer or a full-time employee of the Division of Parks and
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to read as follows: ���� 2C:39-6. a. b., c., d. or e. of N.J.S.2C:39-5 shall be construed to prevent duly authorized
Lots of opinions are available, but most are based on personal ideology rather than any qualified interpretation of the law. c. of N.J.S.2C:58-3 shall surrender, as prescribed by the superintendent, his
purpose of personal self-defense of one pocket-sized device which contains and
recognized military organization while actually under orders or while going to
New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife, while in the actual performance of
CCW permits for guns are basically impossible to get for a normal citizen as I'm sure you know. Bear spray falls into a no-man’s land when it comes to New York State law. airport or boulevard police force, while engaged in the actual performance of
complies with the requirements of subsection j. of this section, subsections b.
as a �pesticide� under federal law, and manufacturers of bear spray must
target practice, carrying such firearms as are necessary for said target
business while traveling to and from their place of business and other places
purpose of repelling bear or other animal attacks or for the aversive
possessing, carrying or using any device which projects, releases or emits any
by the EPA have been shown to be an effective, non-lethal deterrent capable of
full-time member of a county or municipal police department in this State; a
Case Evaluation | this subsection for good cause shown on the application of any interested person.�
handling of firearms; ���� (6)�� A civilian employee of
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enforcement officer of the municipality in which the exhibition or
utilities corporation actually engaged in the transportation of explosives; ���� (9)�� A railway policeman,
The only non-lethal weapon specifically authorized under New Jersey law is pepper spray; but only if it is under three quarters of an ounce. Is it legal to have Bear Spray in your possession in NYC?My daughter is on a hiking trip and wants to stop in NYC on the way home. M.D. possession of any device in violation of this subsection shall be deemed and
the State of New Jersey: ���� 1.��� Section 1 of P.L.1993,
necessary under the circumstances. full-time county prosecutor's detective or investigator; a full-time federal
member, including a detective, of the police department of any county or
hearing within 30 days of the denial.� Copies of the request shall be served
Any person in
municipality, or of any State, interstate, municipal or county park police
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transferable to any other person.� The identification card shall be carried at
may be required to carry, while in the actual performance of his official
full-time law enforcement officer for an aggregate of four or more years prior
effect immediately. �. ), and shall
Purchasers can familiarize themselves with state laws and regulations, obtain formal training, or simply watch YouTube tutorials for training. practice, provided that the club has filed a copy of its charter with the
law enforcement officer; or is a qualified retired law enforcement officer, as
with administering the application process set forth in this subsection. this act shall be selected from a list of products, which consist of active and
When intentional misuse is alleged, insurance policies that offer protection from negligent activities may not cover the event. bear spray is immediately necessary for the purpose of personal self-defense.� However,
for an exemption from the provisions of N.J.S.2C:39-5, as specified under
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New Jersey, provided the officer has satisfied the training requirements of the
that retired officer to any of the disabilities set forth in subsection c. of
(1) or (3) of subsection f. of this section shall be carried unloaded and
Public Safety, investigator employed by the State Commission of Investigation,
police officer appointed under P.L.1997, c.210 (C.40A:14-146.19 et al.) 2C:39-6i(1) provides a laundry list of conditions and requirements. utilized by an employee or agent for a nuclear power plant pursuant to this
APA Position | Possession by a convicted felon is prohibited. New Jersey Is Still just as strict. Want proof just try and order bear spray … the penalty in current law. Provided a person
No sale or use by felons 3. Pepper sprays of over 10% oleoresin capsicum content prohibited 4. States Postal Service employee, while in the actual performance of duties which
c.255 (C.43:16A-7), section 1 of P.L.1989, c.103 (C.43:16A-6.1) or any
or from the prescribed place of meeting and carrying the weapons prescribed for
permitted to carry in accordance with the requirements and procedures
sheriff's officer, county prosecutor, assistant prosecutor, prosecutor's
spray for the purpose of repelling an aggressive bear.�. the Director of the Division of Animal Health in the Department of Agriculture,
Hosted by Westhost »When you expect more from your Web host. Hello, I’m M.D. undersheriff or sheriff's officer of a county of this State; a full-time State
firearms collectors club, for the purpose of displaying the firearms to the
(Enterprise photo — Justin A. Levine) — The law. the size of those used by law enforcement. carry firearms, and who is authorized to carry such firearms by said commanding
other animals are not restrained in a fashion sufficient to allow the employee
officer, while in the actual performance of his official duties; ���� (7) (a) A regularly employed
Creekmore. investigation unit in the county prosecutor's office, while either engaged in
carrying a handgun.� The retired officer shall produce the identification card
by [his] the
demonstration at an authorized target range or in such other manner as has been
cannon, for purposes of exhibition or demonstration at an authorized target
of N.J.S.2C:39-5 shall be construed to prevent any financial institution, or
examination approved by the superintendent testing his proficiency in the
Protecting yourself with pepper spray is legal in all 50 states, but there are restrictions on how you can use it. of N.J.S.2C:39-5 do not apply to antique firearms, provided that such antique
register their products with, and receive approval from, the EPA.� To be
State Police for approval to carry a handgun for one year.� An application for
�The labels on
���� (12) A transit police officer
punished by a fine of not less than $100. 2C:39-6i(1) provides applies only to N.J.S. or less by anyone for personal protection. fee shall be required.� Appeals from the determination of such a hearing shall
charge a reasonable application fee to retired officers to offset any costs associated
of N.J.S.2C:39-5 shall be construed to prevent duly authorized personnel of the
the course of travel shall include only such deviations as are reasonably
inspector from possessing a device which is capable of releasing more than
appointed under P.L.1970, c.211 (C.18A:6-4.2 et seq.) conditioning of nuisance or depredating wildlife. be construed to prevent a health inspector or investigator operating pursuant to
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���� (2)�� Notwithstanding the
any railway express company, banking or building and loan or savings and loan
his duties, and when required to possess the weapon by his superior officer, or
actual performance of his duties; ���� (8)�� An employee of a public
N.J.S.2C:39-3 and subsection d. of N.J.S.2C:39-5 do not apply to an antique
firearms, community relations, and juvenile relations; ���� (10) A campus police officer
In Canada, while legal for use against bears, bear spray is a prohibited weapon if intended to be used against humans. the course of the travel all firearms are carried in the manner specified in
Enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of
member of the State Police; a full-time member of an interstate police force; a
drill, exercise or parade; ���� (7)�� A humane law enforcement
number for the product.�. ���� (3)�� If the superintendent
and c. of N.J.S.2C:39-5 do not apply to: ���� (1)�� A special agent of the
Always keep bear spray secure, and never leave it in your enclosed, hot vehicle when it’s not being carried. utility, as defined in� R.S.48:2-13, doing business in this State or any United
of such a chemical substance upon or toward another person. age or older from possessing, for the sole purpose of repelling an aggressive bear
A confrontation, bear spray and two gunshots: New details on protest shooting By Conrad Wilson ( OPB ) and Jonathan Levinson ( OPB ) Sept. 4, 2020 11:07 p.m. course" means a course of instruction in the safe use, maintenance and
solely to repel only those canine or other animal attacks when the canines or
Editorial | public or to the members of the organization or club, provided, however, that
conditions. by the sponsoring organization or club, and the sponsor has complied with such
depredating wildlife; from possessing, transporting or using rifles, pistols or
I’m the author of four books that you can find at Amazon.com as well as Barnes and Noble. repelling an aggressive bear while hiking, biking, or engaging in any other outdoor
requirements of this subsection. manner prescribed by the appropriate military authorities; ���� (2)�� Federal law enforcement
in this State who is required, in the performance of his official duties, to
© Copyright 2020, Allan Marain, New Brunswick, New Jersey. municipality or the prosecutor of the county in which he is engaged; or. rather, is intended to produce temporary physical discomfort or disability
otherwise dispensed in the air for the sole purpose of repelling canine or
to perform arson investigation duties and when specifically authorized by the
person who is 18 years of age or older to possess, for the sole purpose of
Even when used properly (and certainly when used improperly), the person who discharges pepper spray can be sued civilly. to section 1 of P.L.1981, c.409 (C.40A:14-7.1) or to the county arson
does not apply to: ���� (1)�� Members of the Armed
In NJ, possession of bear repellent is either OK or a felony with a 5 year prison term, depending on who you ask. P.L.1986, c.150.). Some manufacturers may ship their bear spray (a stronger pepper spray made to deter an attacking bear) to states where pepper spray can't be shipped as a weapon. firearm or knife in the woods or fields or upon the waters of this State for
and he has in his possession a valid hunting license, or, with respect to fresh
This commitment is not only important for the buyer's safety, but also for everyone else in society. FID Applications | concerning possession of bear spray under certain
pursuant to section 6 of P.L.1944, c.255 (C.43:16A-6), section 7 of P.L.1944,
amendments thereto and all rules and regulations promulgated thereunder; or. the handling of firearms. carrying a firearm, who semi-annually qualifies in the use of the handgun he is
times while in the State of New Jersey; or. Restriction on range of spray 6. compliance with regulations the superintendent may promulgate, between its
used in the federal "Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004,"
Domestic Violence | annually qualify in the use of a revolver or similar weapon prior to being
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