Hand guns in ny ?
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You don't give us much information to go on. Are you moving here or just visiting?
Still, I guess this isn't that hard to answer. NY does not honor any other state's permits/license, etc. If you live here then you need a permit to touch a handgun much less own one. To buy a handgun you must have it listed on your permit. This same permit determines how you can use the gun, from gun range only to concealed carry. The farther you are from NY City, the less restricted permits tend to be. NY is a "may issue" state, but in most counties you'll get one if they don't find a reason not to. IOW you don't need to show cause for one.
Each county determines the details of getting a permit. The large cities have some of their own restrictions on guns, but to my knowledge the only one that makes it impossible is NYC.
You can come from out of state for a competition, but I don't know the rules about that.
Google NY Penal code 265 to see all the laws.
Still, I guess this isn't that hard to answer. NY does not honor any other state's permits/license, etc. If you live here then you need a permit to touch a handgun much less own one. To buy a handgun you must have it listed on your permit. This same permit determines how you can use the gun, from gun range only to concealed carry. The farther you are from NY City, the less restricted permits tend to be. NY is a "may issue" state, but in most counties you'll get one if they don't find a reason not to. IOW you don't need to show cause for one.
Each county determines the details of getting a permit. The large cities have some of their own restrictions on guns, but to my knowledge the only one that makes it impossible is NYC.
You can come from out of state for a competition, but I don't know the rules about that.
Google NY Penal code 265 to see all the laws.
OrangePwrx9
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I'm no expert in the current law, but I live in upstate NY and have owned handguns for over 3 decades now. You will have to register each HG you buy and it will be added to your permit. Depending on your county, the approval process will either be quick or not. Generally you identify the handgun you want to buy at a shop and arrange with the shop owner to hold it for you while you apply for the permit. The shop owner will give you a receipt for the gun with the serial number on it.
You go to the County Clerk's office, show them the shop's receipt and fill out the handgun paperwork entering the make/model of the gun and its S/N. For an initial permit, you'll have to get fingerprinted, get a photo taken, pay a fee and get a background check. Once all this is done and submitted, you wait for a Judge to approve the purchase. Once approved, the County Clerk to send you a slip in the mail saying it's OK for you to take possession of the firearm. Your handgun permit will arrive with the possession slip and will list the specific handgun you are purchasing.
With the slip, you go back to the shop, turn it over to the owner, and pick up your gun.
The photo, fingerprinting, and background check should be good for 5 years once you have your permit. Your next handgun will be considerably easier and quicker if done within the 5 year period. Last two I did, took less than a week from submittal to slip in the mailbox.
Back in the day, your first handgun permit was for hunting and target shooting only. You could not carry concealed. After some number of years (5 I think), you could apply for a concealed carry permit. Don't know if they still do that.
Oh, and the SAFE act requires permit renewal every 5 years. Don't yet know what that entails.
I'd advise a trip to the County Clerk's office for an update on what's required before starting this procedure. Your county may be different. Here in Wayne County, the County Clerk's office is quite helpful and they do their best to make the process straightforward.
You go to the County Clerk's office, show them the shop's receipt and fill out the handgun paperwork entering the make/model of the gun and its S/N. For an initial permit, you'll have to get fingerprinted, get a photo taken, pay a fee and get a background check. Once all this is done and submitted, you wait for a Judge to approve the purchase. Once approved, the County Clerk to send you a slip in the mail saying it's OK for you to take possession of the firearm. Your handgun permit will arrive with the possession slip and will list the specific handgun you are purchasing.
With the slip, you go back to the shop, turn it over to the owner, and pick up your gun.
The photo, fingerprinting, and background check should be good for 5 years once you have your permit. Your next handgun will be considerably easier and quicker if done within the 5 year period. Last two I did, took less than a week from submittal to slip in the mailbox.
Back in the day, your first handgun permit was for hunting and target shooting only. You could not carry concealed. After some number of years (5 I think), you could apply for a concealed carry permit. Don't know if they still do that.
Oh, and the SAFE act requires permit renewal every 5 years. Don't yet know what that entails.
I'd advise a trip to the County Clerk's office for an update on what's required before starting this procedure. Your county may be different. Here in Wayne County, the County Clerk's office is quite helpful and they do their best to make the process straightforward.
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jrmiddleton425
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That question leaves about 1000 miles of slack line...yes, you can "own" a handgun in NY. You may not possess a handgun, other than for competition, if you don't have a residence here (does not need to be primary, following a court case last year).
Permits are issued on the county level. How easy they are to get, and restrictions on them, are up to the judge.
Permits are issued on the county level. How easy they are to get, and restrictions on them, are up to the judge.
SleazyRider
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Great responses, all correct.
Each county in New York is its own "fiefdom," operating under King Cuomo, who is a dictator of sorts. In Orange County, for example, a mere 1-hour drive to Manhattan, I enjoy pretty much the same liberties---at least prior to the SAFE Act---that one would enjoy in any state, with the exception of magazine restrictions. But now, I cannot purchase ammo online and nobody's really sure if the 7-round limit is in effect. Most of the guns I see online are not legal for sale in New York because of the mag capacity, stock, or some other reason.
Insofar as out-of-staters are concerned, it's simple: leave your guns behind. Don't take it personally, because the folks who live here are truly exceptional. Nice folks, caring folks, welcoming folks who will help you out in a heartbeat. It's the arrogant, city-elected, politicos who created this nightmare.
I apologize for carrying on like this, but I've just had a drink of Jimmy Beam, which brings out truth in these matters.
Each county in New York is its own "fiefdom," operating under King Cuomo, who is a dictator of sorts. In Orange County, for example, a mere 1-hour drive to Manhattan, I enjoy pretty much the same liberties---at least prior to the SAFE Act---that one would enjoy in any state, with the exception of magazine restrictions. But now, I cannot purchase ammo online and nobody's really sure if the 7-round limit is in effect. Most of the guns I see online are not legal for sale in New York because of the mag capacity, stock, or some other reason.
Insofar as out-of-staters are concerned, it's simple: leave your guns behind. Don't take it personally, because the folks who live here are truly exceptional. Nice folks, caring folks, welcoming folks who will help you out in a heartbeat. It's the arrogant, city-elected, politicos who created this nightmare.
I apologize for carrying on like this, but I've just had a drink of Jimmy Beam, which brings out truth in these matters.
Cuomo has stated that it can't be enforced until it finishes up in the courts.
http://www.democratandchronicle.com...o-say-7-bullet-limit-not-enforceable/4345739/
I'm back to carrying 10, but the extra magazine I started carrying after it went to 7 is still on my belt (with 10).
Thank you,this was -very- helpful to me. That process you explained doesn't sound to complicated.. It's just that I've heard different things from people that don't live there and I wanted to hear it from someone who actually lives up there and knows. Thanks again
You don't have to apologise ,, it's the truth ! and having a drink of Johnny Walker helps to smooth out the effects of these arrogant ,city elected,politicos who created the nightmares for everyoneGreat responses, all correct.
Each county in New York is its own "fiefdom," operating under King Cuomo, who is a dictator of sorts. In Orange County, for example, a mere 1-hour drive to Manhattan, I enjoy pretty much the same liberties---at least prior to the SAFE Act---that one would enjoy in any state, with the exception of magazine restrictions. But now, I cannot purchase ammo online and nobody's really sure if the 7-round limit is in effect. Most of the guns I see online are not legal for sale in New York because of the mag capacity, stock, or some other reason.
Insofar as out-of-staters are concerned, it's simple: leave your guns behind. Don't take it personally, because the folks who live here are truly exceptional. Nice folks, caring folks, welcoming folks who will help you out in a heartbeat. It's the arrogant, city-elected, politicos who created this nightmare.
I apologize for carrying on like this, but I've just had a drink of Jimmy Beam, which brings out truth in these matters.
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bushmaster1313
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Unless you are moving to New York and make the proper arrangements, do not even think about bringing a handgun from out of state into New York State.
richie
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It all depends on what county you decide to live in, some aren't to bad at getting a permit others are considerably tougher.
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