Application for a Purchase Identification Card and/or Handgun Purchase Permit
Firearms Application and Registration System (FARS) Application Procedure for Applicants
Step 1:
Visit this website. You MUST enter the site address as follows:
www.njportal.com/NJSP/fars
**Please note this site / portal is not administered by the Ocean Township Police Department**
Step 2:
Ocean Township Police Department ORI# is NJ0152000
(You will NOT be able to complete the FARS online application WITHOUT THIS ORI#)
Step 3:
Complete the online application. You may complete the application using a smartphone, mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer. When completing the application you will need the email addresses of two (2) reputable references other than relatives.
Step 4:
You MUST appear at the Ocean Police Department to pay for your INITIAL FID Card and / or Pistol Purchase Permits. Initial FID card fee is $5.00 and Pistol Permit fee is $2.00 each and payable ONLY in the form a money order. Non-refundable payment is required to be made prior to the completion of the background as per NJAC 13:54-1.4.
**Print a copy of the application and the confirmation page and bring in with you**
Application Tips
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 (NJ0152000) for the Ocean Township Police Department. Please ensure that you have entered the best phone numbers for yourself and references as well as the best email address for yourself and references.
- FARS is taking the place of the STS 033 form. Applicants can apply for all the same options as the paper application form with the exception of Permits to Carry and Multiple handgun Purchase Exemptions.
- This system has been mandated by the Governor’s Office to expedite the process and provide accountability for the length of time an application may take to process.
- The applicant MUST enter their “Official Name” as it appears on their Driver’s License or formal form of identification. They cannot utilize simplified versions of their names (Joe vs. Joseph).
- Applicants must enter accurate phone numbers and emails for themselves and their references. 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.
- 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.
- An INITIAL APPLICANT will be able to PRINT OUT their FINGERPRINT FORM at the end of the application, and are directed to do so.
- 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: https://www.state.nj.us/njsp/firearms/fars.shtml
Firearms Applicant Fee Schedule
Application for Firearms Purchaser Identification Card STS-033: Money order payable to: Township of Ocean in the amount of $5.00. **We do not accept cash**
Application to Purchase a Handgun/STS-033: Money order payable to: Township of Ocean in the amount of $2.00 per handgun permit. **We do not accept cash**
Application for a Duplicate Firearms Purchaser Identification Card/STS-033: There is no fee for a Duplicate Firearms Purchaser Identification Card.
Firearms Application forms can still be obtained through Police Dispatch 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Police dispatch is located at police headquarters (50 Railroad Ave. in Waretown, NJ 08758)
You will be receiving automated email updates throughout this new process. Once your application is complete, an Ocean Township Police representative will contact you to retrieve your FID card and / or pistol purchase permit documents.
If you have any further questions in reference to Firearms Application Investigations, you may also contact:
Det/Sgt. Andrew Risden at 609-693-4007 (Email: ARisden@twpoceannj.gov)
Or
NJSP Firearms Unit at 609-882-2000 ext. 2060
Applying for a Permit to Carry a Handgun
- Go to the FARS website for Concealed Carry Permits https://www.njportal.com/NJSP/ConcealedCarry/
- To begin application, click “Start Initial Application”. Then enter the Ocean Township Police Department ORI Number: NJ0152000 *You will NOT be able to complete the FARS Online Application without this number *
- Complete the online application. You may complete the application using a smartphone, mobile device, laptop or desktop computer. When completing the application, you will need the following:
- You will need to upload a passport style color photograph (2x2 inch with a light background. If the photograph submitted does not meet the requirements it may need to be withdrawn.
- You will need to provide the names, phone numbers and email addresses for four (4) references other than relatives.
- You will need to successfully complete a firearms training course as well as Use of Force Training course. The below form can be used to provide proof.
4. Provide a Money Order in the amount of $150.00 payable to; “Township of Ocean”
Helpful Forms:
https://www.nj.gov/njsp/firearms/pdf/sp-
182_PTC_Safe_Handling_and_Proficiency_Certification.pdf
https://www.nj.gov/njsp/firearms/pdf/sp-
182a PTC Additional Handguns Intended to be Carried.pdf
https://www.nj.gov/njsp/firearms/pdf/20230726 Firearms Safety and Awarness PPT.pptx https://www.nj.gov/njsp/firearms/pdf/PTC Use of Force and Qualification 20230721.pdf
** THE REQUIRED WRITTEN FIREARMS QUALIFICATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH N.J.A.C. 13:54-2.4(B), CAN BE OBTAINED AT MOST FIREARM RANGES THROUGH OUT THE STATE. A LIST IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE STATE WEBSITE, WWW.NJSP.ORG > PUBLIC INFORMATION > FIREARMS INFORMATION > NEW JERSEY SHOOTING RANGES FOR RPO QUALIFICATION.
(b) Each applicant shall demonstrate a thorough familiarity with the safe handling and use of handguns by indicating in the space provided therefor on the application form, and on any sworn attachments thereto, any relevant information. Thorough familiarity with the safe handling and use of handguns may be evidenced by:
- Completion of a firearms training course substantially equivalent to the firearms training approved by the Police Training Commission as described by N.J.S.A. 2C:39-6j;
- Submission of an applicant's most recent handgun qualification scores utilizing the handgun(s) he or she intends to carry as evidenced by test firings administered by a certified firearms instructor of a police academy, a certified firearms instructor of the National Rifle Association, or any other recognized certified firearms instructor;
- Completion of a course or test in the safe handling of a handgun administered by a certified firearms instructor of a police academy, a certified firearms instructor of the National Rifle Association, or any other recognized certified firearms instructor; or
- Passage of any test in this State's laws governing the use of force administered by a certified instructor of a police academy, a certified instructor of the National Rifle Association, or any other recognized certified instructor.
** A NEW JERSEY PERMIT TO CARRY IS VALID FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM TIME OF APPROVAL.
** IF ANY OF THE PRECEDING IS NOT COMPLETE OR INCORRECT THE APPLICATION WILL BE RETURNED AND YOU WILL HAVE TO RE-APPLY.
For Questions Related to Permits to Carry contact
Lt. George Thompson at 609-693-4007
(Email: GThompson@twpoceannj.gov)
Det/Sgt. Andrew Risden at 609-693-4007
(Email: ARisden@twpoceannj.gov) or NJSP Firearms Unit at 609-882-2000 ext. 2060
