Own a Gun, Go to Jail in New Jersey!

Published on January 15, 2015
Duration: 37:40

This video details the ordeal of Brian Atkin, who faced legal repercussions in New Jersey for transporting firearms and hollow-point ammunition. It highlights perceived overreach by law enforcement and the judiciary, emphasizing the complexities and strictness of New Jersey's gun laws, even for legal gun owners. The narrative underscores the importance of understanding specific state regulations and the potential consequences of perceived violations.

Quick Summary

New Jersey law allows for exemptions when transporting firearms, such as during a move between residences. However, these exemptions do not apply to hollow-point ammunition, the possession of which during a move is a felony. Furthermore, New Jersey does not require firearm registration, a fact that was reportedly not understood by all law enforcement involved in Brian Atkin's case.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction: Gun Owners of America NewsHour
  2. 00:43Guest Introduction: Brian Atkin's Story
  3. 01:00The Perils of Brian Atkin in New Jersey
  4. 03:47The Incident: Moving and Ex-Wife's Actions
  5. 05:19911 Call and Police Response
  6. 06:13Fourth Amendment Concerns
  7. 07:00Statewide General Alert Issued
  8. 08:08Return and Initial Police Questions
  9. 11:17Interrogation and Car Search
  10. 13:38Family Background and Law Enforcement
  11. 15:34Weekend in Jail
  12. 16:43Bail and Contradictory Testimony
  13. 18:18Book: The Blue Tent Sky
  14. 20:20Firearm Registration in New Jersey
  15. 22:23Police Officer's Decision to Let a Judge Decide
  16. 23:32Officer Joy's Sympathy and Arrest
  17. 25:29Sentence and Prison Time
  18. 25:42Trial and Legal Representation
  19. 28:24The Trial: Judicial Activism
  20. 30:54Talk Radio's Influence and Release
  21. 33:11Sentence Commutation and Appeal
  22. 34:34Hollow Point Ammunition Law
  23. 35:09Power of Talk Radio
  24. 36:45Conclusion and Book Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the firearm transportation laws in New Jersey?

New Jersey law provides exemptions for transporting firearms, such as when moving between residences, going to a shooting range, or hunting. However, these exemptions do not cover hollow-point ammunition, and possessing it during a move can be a felony.

Does New Jersey require firearm registration?

No, New Jersey does not have any laws that require citizens to register their firearms. This fact was reportedly unknown to some law enforcement officers involved in Brian Atkin's case.

What happened to Brian Atkin in New Jersey?

Brian Atkin was arrested and served time in prison for transporting firearms and hollow-point ammunition while moving residences. His case highlights strict New Jersey gun laws and perceived legal overreach.

Can you legally transport hollow-point ammunition in New Jersey?

While firearms can generally be transported under specific exemptions (like moving), hollow-point ammunition does not share these exemptions. Possessing hollow-point ammunition during a move is considered illegal in New Jersey and can result in felony charges.

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