What Is an Other Firearm in NJ?
- Robert Bailey
- Jul 1
- 6 min read
A lot of New Jersey gun owners ask the same question after seeing the term on dealer listings or hearing it at the range - what is an other firearm in NJ, and why is it treated differently from a rifle, pistol, or shotgun? The short answer is that an "other firearm" is a firearm that does not fit the legal definition of a rifle, shotgun, or handgun under the way federal and state classifications are applied. The long answer matters, because in New Jersey, small design details can create major legal consequences.
