1851 — Paterson, New Jersey — Gunpowder Storage

Summary

Regulated storage in Paterson by instituting a 28lbs gunpowder storage maximum and requiring the use of tin canisters.

Statutory Text

8. It shall not be lawful for any person to have or keep any quantity of Gunpowder, exceeding twenty-eight pounds, in any house, store, building, or other place within the limits of the City. And all Gunpowder which shall be kept in the City, shall be kept in tin canisters, which shall not contain more than seven pounds each, under a penalty of Five Dollars for each offence.

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Title 1851 — Paterson, New Jersey — Gunpowder Storage

Conduct Private Possession

Instrument Firearms

Jurisdiction NJ

Date 1851