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Relates to confidentiality of information contained in pistol license applications
In Assembly Committee · Codes · Sponsor Aileen Gunther
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S2360
Title of bill
An act to amend the penal law, in relation to confidentiality of information contained in an application for a pistol license
Purpose
To enhance the personal privacy rights of pistol licensees.
Summary of provisions
The bill prohibits the public disclosure of information in an application for a pistol license with exceptions for prosecutors and police conducting an active investigation.
Justification
Someone who applies for a license to carry or possess a handgun pursuant to the Penal Law completes an application and undergoes a rigorous and thorough background investigation that will include collection of fingerprints, references, and other personal information. An applicant's file, once the license is granted by the licensing officer, may contain material and notes compiled by police agencies performing a background check. The file may be updated periodically to include the kinds and numbers of firearms registered to the applicant.
The recent publication of the names and addresses of pistol licensees in a three county area demonstrates the need to preserve the privacy of licensees. Dissemination of the names and addresses of pistol licensees identifies -- right down to street addresses -- likely gun owners from whom criminals can steal guns. Guns stolen from lawful owners can find their way onto the streets and may be used in the commission of crimes. Preventing the theft of guns and their criminal misuse is an important public policy goal and the bill will protect lawful gun owners from being targeted by thieves for gun burglaries and remove an important source of information for criminals.
Legislative history
S.7911 of 2010; S.2733/A.10151 of 2007-08.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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