The Washington Township Police Department Firearms Investigation Unit assists residents with the application, processing, and registration of firearms. The contact person for the Unit is Robert Ruh, who can be reached at (856)589-6650ext. 1074 or via email at rmruh@pd.twp.washington.nj.us .
The NJSP is announcing the statewide activation of the Firearms Application and Registration System (FARS). Our Police Department will be implementing the on-line program on April 1, 2019. All necessary information needed to apply is listed below.
Step #3: Complete the online application. Use your “official name”. You may complete the application using a smartphone, mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer.
When deciding on how many permits you would like to get, remember:
a. One permit is required for each handgun you wish to purchase ($25.00 each)
b. You can purchase one handgun every 30 days c. Permits are good for up to 180 days (must be renewed after 90 days)
Step #4: You will need to submit payment at our Police Department for your ID card, and if applicable your permits. Check or Money Order only. ID cards are $50.00 and Permits are $25.00 each.
*Once the application is complete, you will be notified by a station representative via email with instructions on what to expect from the approval email from the State Police.
*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. Advise them to complete the questionnaire as quickly as possible in order to not hold up the progress of your application.
*The on-line application is applicant driven. Please ensure that you have entered the best phone number and email for yourself and your references.
