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5 Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Concealed Carry Permit in New Jersey
And How to Avoid Becoming the Next Headline By Stephen Mazzagatti, Retired NJ State Trooper Author of Defend Confidently: Elevate Situational Awareness, Secure Your Personal Safety, and Master Concealed Carry You finally received your concealed carry permit in New Jersey — but you’re still not safe. In fact, thousands of permit holders across the state…
Mastering the Four-Part Draw: A Foundation for Safe and Effective Pistol Deployment
Drawing a pistol from the holster may seem simple, but doing it efficiently, safely, and under pressure requires consistent training and discipline. Whether you’re a law enforcement officer or a responsible civilian carrying concealed, mastering the four-part draw ensures your response is both swift and controlled. Here’s a breakdown of the Four-Part Draw-trusted by professionals…
The Truth About Concealed Carry: Are You Really Ready?
Carrying a firearm for self-defense is a serious responsibility that requires proper training, mindset, and legal knowledge. Many new gun owners focus on marksmanship but overlook critical factors such as de-escalation, legal considerations, and tactical decision-making under stress. Key Factors to Consider Before Carrying Concealed: • Mindset & Training – Carrying a gun means committing…
Mastering Situational Awareness to Stay Safe in Public
In an instant, everything can change. Are you ready to see the small signs that could save your life? Situational awareness is your first line of defense in everyday life. It’s the ability to recognize potential threats before they escalate, giving you the time to act proactively. Criminals often seek out victims who appear distracted,…
Gov. Murphy/AG Platkin Targeting Lawful Gun Owners Again
Governor Murphy and his AG are targeting lawful gun owners yet again. This time, Gov. Murphy has created a link for NJ business owners to download their free “Gun Free Zone” decal to place in their business. Since Gov. Murphy could not get parts of his new “anti-carry” law passed the courts (case challenging law…
Win for Retired LEOs in NJ
Retired law enforcement, who reside in NJ, got a huge win on February 14, 2024, when the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit District of NJ AFFIRMED a prior order entered by the District Court on June 21, 2022. That prior order held that retired law enforcement officers who live in NJ and…
NJ Governor Proposes Doubling Firearms Fees
Governor Phil Murphy is proposing to increase firearms fees yet again for law-abiding gun owners in NJ. He is proposing to double firearms purchaser ID fee, Permit to Purchase a Handgun fee, and Carry Permit fee. See our video here.