Are Hollow Points Illegal in Nj

Are hollow point bullets illegal in NJ?

In New Jersey, it is legal to own a gun and hollow point bullets, but illegal to carry them outside of a residence without a permit.

Why did NJ ban hollow point?

THEORY BEHIND THE LAW When this law was enacted, politically it was believed that hollow points were more dangerous than solid nose ammunition. It is unclear what information was actually relied upon in enacting this law, since it is well known that when hollow points hit a target they are designed to stop.