To a fellow Avalon spouter, why do we need Swiss law? N.J. law already requires everything you mentioned. You need a permit to purchase a handgun (one a month) issued by State Police (takes 4 to 6 weeks to get it). A National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICBCS) check is done at the time of the purchase. Permit is required whether through a dealer or privately. The least federal involvement, the better. The feds can mess up a free lunch.