GUN SAFETY IN NEW YORK STATE:

New York State's gun laws are designed to prevent criminals and those who threaten to harm themselves or others from buying or possessing guns, cracks down on illegal guns, and bans only the most dangerous assault weapons.

The legislation includes provisions that protect and preserve law-abiding citizens’ right to bear arms and does not restrict New Yorkers' ability to buy, sell, keep or use guns.

Gun Safety Guidelines:

• Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded.

• Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.

• Never point a firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot.

• Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.

• Store firearms unloaded and locked, with ammunition stored separately.

• Educate yourself and others about firearms safety.