Dangerous Bill that Denies Due Process to be Heard in Trenton, New Jersey on Monday

By Justin Stakes

Fairfax, VA -(AmmoLand.com)- On Monday, June 1, the Assembly Law and Public Safety Committee will hear a number of bills, including Assembly Bill 4218, sponsored by Assembly woman Gabriela Mosquera.

While this legislation may be well-intended, it is fraught with problems that could potentially ensnare law-abiding gun owners like we have repeatedly witnessed in New Jersey. When it comes to something as serious as denying someone their fundamental, constitutional rights, due process under the law is absolutely necessary.

The Second Amendment right to Keep and Bear Arms should not be treated as if it is a privilege that can just be taken away following accusations that haven’t yet been proven through an adjudication. There should also be a clear process for the restoration of rights. Far from protecting the civil liberties of New Jersey citizens, A.4218, as written, contains several troubling provisions. The bill requires a deeply flawed surrender order within 24-hours, even when dealers may be closed and unable to accept the guns. The bill also has penalties for failing to surrender firearms which may have been reported stolen or sold years ago.

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