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Firearms Permits and Registration

On February 18, 2019, The New Jersey State Police Firearms Investigation Unit announced the statewide activation of the Firearms Application and Registration System (FARS).  The activation of FARS will allow firearms applications to be created and submitted online using the following website: https://www.njportal.com/NJSP/fars.

Application Procedure

The new online application is APPLICANT DRIVEN. If the applicant makes a mistake while applying, they simply can RE-APPLY. The applicant should understand that all application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The applicant MUST utilize the correct ORI number (NJ0031800) for the Lumberton Township Police Department.

Step1: To apply online please visit the following website: https://www.njportal.com/NJSP/fars.  The applicant MUST enter their “Official Name”. They cannot utilize simplified versions of their names (Example: Joe vs. Joseph).

Step 2:  When you log on, you must enter the Lumberton Township Police Department’s ORI #: NJ0031800.  Applicants using this ORI # MUST live in Lumberton Township. If you’re unsure which town to apply for, please contact the Lumberton Township Tax Assessor’s Office to verify your residency, at (609) 267-3217.

Step 3:  Complete the online application.  You may complete the application using a smartphone, mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer.   Be sure to check all relevant boxes for the items you are applying for.  When deciding how many permits you would like to get, remember the following:

• ONE permit is required for each handgun you wish to purchase (each permit is $25.00)
• You can purchase one (1) handgun in a 30-day period
• Permits are good for up to 180 days (with renewal after 90 days)
• If you decide you want another handgun permit and you didn’t get more than one initially, you will need to apply again

Step 4:  When completing the application, you will need the email addresses of 2 reputable references.  Your references can be family members if you wish.

Step 5:  Upon completing the online application, you MUST appear at the Lumberton Township Police Department to pay for your initial FID Card and/or Handgun Purchase Permits immediately. For fees and instructions concerning payment, see details below.

Applications will NOT be processed until all applicable fees are paid. Valid ID MUST be presented. Non-refundable payment is required to be made at the time of application as per NJAC 13:54-1.4.

Application Guidelines

• You will be receiving automated email updates throughout the online process.
• If an INITIAL applicant applied for an FID card and forgot to apply for pistol purchase permits, the applicant must reapply for the pistol purchase permits AFTER their initial application is processed and approved.
• Please advise your references that the FARS system will email them the reference questions to be answered.  Your references can complete the questions using a smartphone, mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer.  Please advise them to complete the questions immediately to progress your background investigation.
• The online application is applicant driven.  Please ensure that you have entered the best phone number and email addresses for yourself and your references.
• After the applicant enters all required information, a review page appears where the applicant can edit all information entered into the application prior to final submission.
• If, after 90 days, there is no activity with your application we will withdraw your application from the system. Again, if we do not receive payment of local fees ($25 per permit, $50 for Firearms ID card) within the 90 days, we will consider your application session abandoned and withdraw your application from the system. This includes completing the fingerprint requirements. Payment needs to be made in-person with exact change or check.  Once withdrawn, you will need to begin an entirely new FARS application should you wish to reapply in the future.
• The applicant should also print both the confirmation page and application at the end of the process.  This is for quick reference in the event of an issue.
• For additional firearms regulations and procedural information please visit the New Jersey State Police website: Firearms Investigation and Licensing Bureau – New Jersey State Police

Firearms Fee Schedule

• Applications for Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (STS-033): Cash (exact change) or Check/Money Order payable to the “Lumberton Township” in the amount of $50.00.
• Applications to Purchase a Handgun (STS-033): Cash (exact change) or Check/Money Order payable to the “Lumberton Township” in the amount of $25.00 per handgun permit.

Application for a Duplicate Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (STS-033): There is NO fee