Two federal lawsuits challenge New Jersey’s newly enacted bans on firearm silencers and short-barreled rifles, asserting they are unconstitutional. Filed by residents alongside the National Rifle Association and the Firearms Policy Coalition, the lawsuits argue that the state’s restrictions fail to meet the standards set by the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling in N.Y. State Rifle & Pistol Ass’n v. Bruen, which emphasizes the historical context of gun regulation.
In one case, plaintiffs contend that the silencer ban improperly criminalizes a tool used for noise reduction since the early 20th century, while the other lawsuit defends the right to possess short-barreled rifles historically used for self-defense and hunting. The implications of these cases could significantly alter gun rights in New Jersey and set important precedents nationwide.
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