New Jersey legal term
Microstamp in New Jersey Criminal Law
Current through 2026 New Jersey legislative session
In New Jersey criminal law, “Microstamp” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the New Jersey criminal code.
What does “Microstamp” mean in New Jersey criminal law?
"Microstamp" means a unique alphanumeric or geometric code that identifies the make, model, and serial number of a firearm. "Microstamp roster" means the roster of firearms that have been designated as microstamping-enabled firearms, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.2022, c.57 (C.2C:58-2.14). "Microstamping component" means a component of a firearm that will produce a microstamp on at least one location of the expended cartridge case each time the firearm is fired. "Microstamping-enabled firearm" means a firearm that contains a microstamping component. b. (N.J.S.A. 2C:58-2.13)
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