Behind Enemy Lines Show

In this episode of the Behind Enemy Lines Show, I sit down with Adam Lustberg, a criminal defense attorney in Hackensack with over 20 years of experience specializing in firearms law and domestic violence cases. We cover exactly what NJ gun owners and concealed carriers need to know if they ever have to use their firearm in self-defense: What to do immediately after a shooting (and what not to say) NJ's self-defense standard and how a jury evaluates it Duty to retreat vs. Castle Doctrine Defense of a third party How social media and stickers can be used against you Graves Act mandatory minimums for firearms offenses Legal transport of firearms with and without a carry permit How temporary restraining orders (TROs) affect permits and firearm ownership       Get the free NJ Concealed Carry Guide & Checklist: [ccw.jaycostausa.com](https://ccw.jaycostausa.com/)   Learn more about Adam / Lustberg Law Offices: Website: [lustberglaw.com](https://www.lustberglaw.com/) Stay Connected with Jay Costa: https://jaycostausa.com 

In this Episode of the Behind Enemy Lines Show, I sit down with Bill Sack the Senior Director of Legal Operations from the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) to discuss the current status of their lawsuit Koons v. Platkin, which challenges the NJ Sensitive Places Law. We also discuss the current status of the 3rd Circuit STAY on the AWB and Magazine Capacity Limit Lawsuit (ANJRPC v. Platkin) and how the NFA Lawsuit for Suppressors and SBRs will affect New Jersey.   Check Out Our AWESOME Sponsor Alpha Ridge Training RIGHT here in NJ https://www.alpharidgetraining.com/services Use Code "JAY10" for 10% OFF All Training Classes!   Learn about the Second Amendment Foundation here: https://saf.org/   **Stay Connected with Jay Costa:** 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱 Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa   🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines. https://linktr.ee/behindenemylinesshow

In this Episode of the Behind Enemy Lines Show, I sit down with Joe LoPorto of the NRA and New Jersey Firearm Owner's Syndicate to discuss the MASSIVE 3rd Circuit Ruling that the New Jersey Assault Weapons Ban AND the Magazine Capacity Limit as UNCONSTUTIONAL. Can we now buy STANDARD Capacity Magazines? Rifle's with "EVIL" Features? Is New Jersey STILL Behind Enemy Lines??  What a Time to be alive. 🇺🇸 **Stay Connected with Jay Costa:** 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱 Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa   🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines. 🔊 Full Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUkmiuZYm-DATlB_9PYixpgMS98q4OO69 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dULfkJJW1RCaOcZf9ml2l 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-enemy-lines-w-jay-costa/id1862527530

In this episode of the Behind Enemy Lines Show, Jay Costa welcomes back John Petrolino — aka The Pen Patriot — New Jersey's top Second Amendment journalist, author, and relentless advocate fighting for our rights in one of the most restrictive states in the nation. What We Cover in Episode 6: - What has changed for 2A Rights in New Jersey after 6 months of the Sherrill Administration - Updates on John's lawsuit against New Jersey's restrictive & racist gun laws - Real-world challenges for Minority citizens who are looking to exercise their 2A rights in New Jersey - Latest developments in other key court cases impacting 2A rights in NJ and beyond   **Connect with John Petrolino:** https://johnpetrolino.com/ 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpetrolinoiii 📱 X: https://x.com/johnpetrolino 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepenpatriot/   **Stay Connected with Jay Costa:** 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱 Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa  

In this episode of the Behind Enemy Lines Show, Jay Costa sits down with Tony Simon—a relentless 2nd Amendment advocate in New Jersey and the founder of 2A4E (2nd Amendment is For Everyone).   Tony shares the mission behind his "Diversity Shoot" events, which open the world of firearms to underrepresented minority communities and break down stereotypes.Tony tells us how these events help promote and educate minority communities about the 2nd Amendment and WHY it is ESSENTIAL to ALL of our freedom.   From discussing the natural rights of all Americans (African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, and women) to the reality of defending gun rights in "blue" states like New Jersey, this conversation is an essential guide for anyone fighting for freedom "Behind Enemy Lines" in restrictive states.   Connect with Tony Simon: https://diversityshoot.com 📱https://www.instagram.com/simonsaystrain/ 📱https://x.com/2nd4Everyone 📱https://www.facebook.com/The2ndisforeveryoneStay   Connected with Jay: https://jaycostausa.com/ 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa 🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines.

In this Behind Enemy Lines episode, guests Kasey Damiano, Lexi Kuenzle, and Valentina Richardson Green share: - Why women should carry a firearm - How the 2nd Amendment applies to women - Scary real-life stories that motivated them to take concealed carry seriously - Self defense EDC Gear women can carry - Best holsters and gear for women to make concealed carry comfortable and effective every day.   Connect with the Guests: Kasey Damiano - https://www.instagram.com/nra_refusetobeavictim/ Lexi Kuenzle - https://www.instagram.com/lexikuenzle/ Valentina Richardson Green - https://www.instagram.com/naturallyarmed75/   Learn More about the NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Program - https://rtbav.nra.org/   Stay Connected with Jay: 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa 🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines.   🔊Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUkmiuZYm-DATlB_9PYixpgMS98q4OO69 🔊Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dULfkJJW1RCaOcZf9ml2l 🔊Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-enemy-lines-w-jay-costa/id1862527530

In this episode, we cover:     Will the NJ Sensitive Places Law be DEFEATED?     The Court Cases that could SAVE our 2nd Amendment rights     What to expect with Koons v. Platkin in the 3rd Circuit     Is the NRA BACK and better than ever? John Petrolino, aka "The Pen Patriot®," is a U.S. Merchant Marine Officer (BS Marine Engineering, Massachusetts Maritime Academy), NRA-certified firearms instructor, award-winning journalist, and author of *Decoding Firearms: An Easy to Read Guide on Basic Gun Safety & Use*. Fighting for Second Amendment rights "behind enemy lines" in restrictive New Jersey, his work appears in Bearing Arms, AmmoLand News, Concealed Carry Magazine, America's 1st Freedom, The Truth About Guns, NRA Women, and more. He runs TheSquareReviews.com. Connect with John Petrolino: https://johnpetrolino.com/ 📱https://www.instagram.com/jpetrolinoiii 📱https://x.com/johnpetrolino 📱https://www.facebook.com/thepenpatriot/ Stay Connected with Jay: 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa 🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines. 🔊Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUkmiuZYm-DATlB_9PYixpgMS98q4OO69 🔊Listen on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dULfkJJW1RCaOcZf9ml2l 🔊Listen on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-enemy-lines-w-jay-costa/id1862527530

Are you training enough to carry a firearm in New Jersey? You may think so, but having your NJ Permit to Carry is only the first step. In this episode of Behind Enemy Lines, Jay Costa sits down with local firearm instructor Vlad Vival (of Threat Reflex and Gun For Hire) to discuss the reality of Every Day Carry (EDC) in New Jersey. Many think passing the CCARE protocol is enough, but Vlad breaks down why the "minimum standard" can be dangerous in a real-world encounter. We dive deep into the mindset, gear, and advanced drills you need to stay sharp while living behind enemy lines. In this episode, we cover:     The Mindset needed while Concealed Carrying in NJ     The critical drills every NJ permit holder should practice.     Choosing the right EDC gear for NJ's restrictive environment.     Legal considerations and the "Use of Force" mindset in 2026.     How to find quality training in the Garden State. Connect with Vlad Vival: 🔗 https://www.threatreflex.com/ 📸 https://www.instagram.com/threat.reflex/ Stay Connected with Jay: 🇺🇸 Shop the Merch: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa 📱Follow on X: https://www.x.com/jaycostausa 🎙️ Subscribe for more from Behind Enemy Lines. 🔊Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUkmiuZYm-DATlB_9PYixpgMS98q4OO69 🔊Listen on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0dULfkJJW1RCaOcZf9ml2l 🔊Listen on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-enemy-lines-w-jay-costa/id1862527530

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Behind Enemy Lines show! In our series premiere, I sit down with Daniel Francisco, the Mayor of Englishtown, NJ, and a leading 2nd Amendment advocate. Daniel is a lead plaintiff in three major 2A lawsuits and was the first person in New Jersey to receive a Permit to Carry post-Bruen. In this episode, we discuss: The ongoing fight for freedom and 2A rights in New Jersey. Navigating the hurdles of living "Behind Enemy Lines." The truth behind unconstitutional concealed carry permit fees. How you can advocate for your town to refund excessive permit fees. Connect with us: 🔔 Subscribe for more NJ 2A Episodes 💬 Join the conversation in the comments below. Buy JayCostaUSA Merchandise HERE: https://jaycostausa.com/collections/all Reach out to me at: https://www.jaycostausa.com https://www.instagram.com/jaycostausa https://www.x.com/jaycostausa