Establishes the offense of unlawful possession of firearms by persons under twenty-one.
New York A00346 amends the penal law to establish the offense of unlawful possession of firearms by persons under twenty-one. It prohibits individuals under twenty-one from possessing any rifle, shotgun, firearm, or related ammunition, with exceptions for those holding a hunting license or permit. Violation of this provision is a criminal offense, and individuals under eighteen who violate it are subject to juvenile delinquency proceedings. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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