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DOJ Civil Rights Division Opens Second Amendment Investigation Into Pennsauken, NJ Police Over Gun Permit Delays
Key Takeaways
The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division opened an investigation on October 14, 2026, into Pennsauken Township Police Department's firearm permitting system.
The department alleges Pennsauken uses egregious and unjust delays in issuing firearm licenses to limit residents' Second Amendment rights.
Pennsauken resident Christian Benton sued after applying for two handgun permits on February 27, 2024, and receiving neither after 112 days.
New Jersey law requires licensing authorities to grant or deny a permit within 30 days of receiving an application…
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