BB Gun Pistol – Under 2C:39-5(b) a pellet pistol is considered a real firearm and therefore New Jersey handgun laws are also applicable to B-B gun pistols. ... But according to the State Police website, you still need a firearms purchaser ID card to buy, own or possess an air gun rifle. i would not ship a single pellet there do i like this law no i dont , it is what it is be careful dont do it