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Senator · Senate District 3
History
- Referred to codes
- Referred to codes
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Authorizes retired police officers to apply for a firearms license that is valid throughout the state
In Assembly Committee · Codes · Sponsor Kenneth Zebrowski
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S4122
Title of bill
An act to amend the penal law, in relation to licenses to carry and possess firearms for retired police officers
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill will allow a police officer who retired in good standing to qualify for a license to carry and possess a firearm in any city or county in this state.
Summary of provisions
Section One amends the penal law by providing that retirement by a police officer, in good standing, who obtains an affirmation from the agency or department from which he or she is retiring, shall be presumptive evidence as to the fitness and qualification of that individual to carry and possess firearms in every county and city of this state.
Section two provides that this act shall take effect immediately.
Justification
Under current law, retired New York State Troopers have the authority to carry and possess firearms. This legislation would expand that authority to all other police officers who retire in good standing. Our police officers protect families and serve their communities for decades. Their ability to responsibly own and carry weapons should not be taken away from then when they retire from the line of duty.
Legislative history
S.2290 of 2013/14: Referred to Codes
Fiscal implications
None to State.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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