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Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Firearms Permits
Effective April 1, 2019, the New Jersey State Police will be launching the new Firearms Application and Registration System (FARS). The Township of Hamilton will be utilizing this system for all initial firearms identification card applications, replacement of lost or stolen firearms identification cards, and requests for pistol purchase permits. The procedures for FARS will be as follows:
You will receive automated email updates throughout this new process.
Please advise your references that the FARS portal will email them the questions to be answered. Your references can complete the questions using any internet connected device such as a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smart phone. Please advise them to complete the questions immediately to progress your background investigation.
The online application process is APPLICANT DRIVEN. Please ensure that you have entered the best phone numbers and email address for yourself and your references.
Permit to Carry a Handgun
Below are hyperlinks to instructions for how to apply for a permit to carry a handgun as well as the application and other required documents. As the NJ State Police Firearms Unit updates the application process or their forms, we will be sure to make updates here as well.
To be Fingerprinted for your carry permit you will need to contact Identogo at:
The Service Code is: 2F164B
Link to Application Process instructions
If you have any additional questions that have not been answered on this page, please call Anne Groh 609-625-2700 ext. 521
We are not responsible for any money orders lost by the State or Federal government, and any fees are non-refundable.