New York’s new conceal-carry gun laws take effect today. Back in June, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the state’s century-old pistol permitting process. At a press conference yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul said other states that have fewer restrictions have far more deaths by firearms than New York…
The laws strengthen background checks and firearm safety and live-fire training for people looking to get concealed carry permits; they limit permit holders from bringing firearms into sensitive locations, including Times Square, bars, schools, hospitals, and more; and they require renewal or re-certification every three years. For more information about the new laws, visit https://gunsafety.ny.gov.