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Do I need a license to own a pistol or revolver in state and city of new york?   ***

Yes, a license is required to possess a pistol or revolver.

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*Recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions have not changed this requirement.

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What are the main types of pistol or revolver licenses in New York City or State?
 

The two most common licenses are:

• "Have and Possess" License: Also called a “premises license,” this allows possession of a firearm at a specific location, such as your home or business

      

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• "Have and Carry Concealed" License: Known as a “concealed carry license,” this permits the holder to carry a pistol or revolver on their person.

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What is the difference between a license and permit?     ****
Although distinct, the terms "license and "permit" are often used interchangeably.

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What are the eligibility requirements for obtaining a concealed carry permit / license in new york state?  ****
 

To obtain a concealed carry license, applicants must:

• Complete an approved firearm safety training course

• Apply with the the local governing agency for firearms

• Pay for the licensing fee

• Provide fingerprints

• pass a background check

• Provide character references

• Submit a list of all social media accounts used in the past three years

• provide information regarding the applicant’s spouse, domestic partner, and anyone else residing in the household, including adult children

• Participate in an in-person interview with the licensing officer

• For more information, visit the State Police’s Firearm webpage or contact your local licensing offices.

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* Take an 18 Hour concealed carry course

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How and when can I apply for a firearm license?    *****
 

*applications are available in person and online

*You can contact our your local county or municipal licensing office. 

*Check the State Police’s Firearm webpage for application details.

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Is demonstrating a valid need for personal protection a necessary condition for obtaining a pistol / revolver license?   *****

there is no requirement to demonstrate a need for self-defense or justification in order to get a pistol / revolver license.

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As a retired law enforcement officer, an i exempt from applying for a concealed carry permit?   ****

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No, Retired law enforcement officers are not exempt and must also apply for a concealed carry license

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What is the difference between renewing and recertifying a pistol or revolver license?    **

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• A renewal applies to licenses issued by New York City, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, and must be done every 3 years.

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• A recertification applies to licenses issued outside these areas. For concealed carry licenses, recertification is required every 3 years; for other license types such as premises license, it’s every 5 years.​

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What are the recertification timelines for my pistol or revolver license?   ****
 

*concealed carry license holders in New York State must recertify every 3 years.

*premises licenses recertification requirements is every 5 years.

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​​What impact does the new law have on my pistol or revolver license renewal in New York City or State?

*concealed carry licenses issued by New York City, Westchester, Nassau, or Suffolk counties will now expire every 3 years.

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Who needs to take the new 16/18 hour firearm safety training course?

Anyone applying for a concealed carry license must complete a 16-hour classroom course and a 2-hour live-fire training. This requirement applies to licenses issued after September 1, 2022.

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Where can I take the firearm safety training course and how much does it cost?

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Authorized instructors will offer the course, in line with guidelines set by the New York State Police and the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Course fees and locations are determined by the instructor.

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​​​When do I need to complete the firearm safety training course?

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Proof of completion is required when applying for a concealed carry license after September 1, 2022. Some applicants who have completed similar courses in the last 5 years may be exempt from parts of the requirement.  Certificates and proof of course completion will be provided by instructors and course providers.

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Do I need the firearm safety course if I already have a concealed carry license issued outside of New York City or certain counties?
 

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No, if you have a concealed carry license issued outside of New York City or Westchester, Nassau, or Suffolk counties, you do not need to take the training course. pLEASE CONFIRM WITH YOU THE LOCAL AGENCY YOU ARE APPLYING WITH.

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Do I need to take retake the firearm safety course when renewing my concealed carry permit in cerain counties?  

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Yes, when renewing a concealed carry license in new york city, Westchester, Nassau, or Suffolk counties,  requires completion of a safety training course, regardless of previous training within the last five years. 

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What if I’m recertifying my existing concealed carry license?

 

If you’re recertifying an existing license that was issued outside New York City or certain counties, you do not need to complete the firearm safety course.

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Is the firearm safety training course required if I only want a firearm for home use (premises license)?

 

No, premises license holders are not required to complete the firearm safety training course. The requirement applies only to concealed carry licenses.

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Are active, retired law enforcement, or military personnel exempt from the firearm safety training course?

 

 

No, all applicants, including law enforcement and military personnel, must meet the training requirements. However, local licensing officers may waive parts of the course for those with relevant firearm training.

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discounts or promotions available?

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*promotions are seasonal

*Discounts are case by case 

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*Standing discounts for:

  Military, city and state workers, hospital workers, first responders, and teachers

  Groups (6 or more)

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​***Discounts / promotions can not be combined

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Where are firearms prohibited under the new law?

 

As of September 1, 2022, firearms are prohibited in sensitive locations such as:

• Government buildings (e.g., courts)

• Health and mental health facilities

• Places of worship

• Public parks, zoos, and playgrounds

• Schools and educational institutions

• Public transportation and transit facilities

• Bars, restaurants serving alcohol, and cannabis consumption areas

• Amusement parks, theaters, and stadiums

• Polling places, and more.

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Can I carry my pistol or revolver to sensitive locations with a concealed carry license?

 

No, even if you have a concealed carry license, firearms are not allowed in sensitive locations unless specific exceptions apply.

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Can I carry a concealed pistol or revolver outside my home if I have a premises license?

 

No, you must have a concealed carry license to legally carry a firearm outside your home or business.

 

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Is it legal to carry a firearm onto private property without consent?

 

NO, unless the property owner or lessee has explicitly allowed it through clear signage or verbal consent.

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What are the rules for transporting guns in a vehicle?

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As of September 1, 2022, firearms must be unloaded and locked in a secure, tamper-resistant storage case while unattended in a vehicle. If an adult remains with the vehicle, a secure case is not required.

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How must I store my firearms at home?

Firearms not under your immediate control must be stored securely, either with a locking device or in a tamper-resistant safe or container, especially if there are minors or individuals prohibited from owning firearms in the home.

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who is disqualified from a license or permit?

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The following individuals are disqualified from licenses / permits:

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1) who has been convicted in any court of, a crime punishable by imprisonment for a

          term exceeding one year;

(2) who is a fugitive from justice;

(3) who is an unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined

          in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802));

(4) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or who has been committed to a

          mental Institution;

(5) who, being an alien—

(A) is illegally or unlawfully in the United States; or

(B) except as provided in subsection (y)(2), has been admitted to the United States

           under a nonimmigrant visa (as that term is defined in section 101(a)(26) of the               Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(26)));

(6) who has been discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions;

(7) who, having been a citizen of the United States, has renounced his citizenship;

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(8) who is subject to a court order that—

(A) was issued after a hearing of which such person received actual notice, and at

            which such person had an opportunity to participate;

(B) restrains such person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate

            Partner of such person or child of such intimate partner or person, or

            engaging in other conduct that would place an intimate partner in         

            reasonable fear of bodily injury to the partner or child; and

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(C)

(i) includes a finding that such person represents a credible threat to the

            Physical safety of such intimate partner or child; or

(ii) by its terms explicitly prohibits the use, attempted use, or threatened use

            of physical force against such intimate partner or child that would

            reasonably be expected to cause bodily injury; or

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(9) who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence,

             to ship or transport in interstate or foreign commerce, or possess in or 

             affecting commerce, any firearm or ammunition; or to receive any firearm or               ammunition which has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign

             commerce.

  

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