New York A01598 creates a civil cause of action for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of assault weapons or ghost guns within the state.

New York A01598 amends the civil practice law and rules to create a civil cause of action against any person or entity who manufactures, sells, or distributes assault weapons or ghost guns within the state. It also covers aiding and abetting such activities or intending to do so. Successful plaintiffs can receive statutory damages of at least ten thousand dollars per violation, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees. The bill prohibits certain defenses and does not allow for the award of costs or attorney's fees to defendants. It takes effect immediately.

New York A01598 creates a civil cause of action for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of assault weapons or ghost guns within the state.

New York A01598 amends the civil practice law and rules to create a civil cause of action against any person or entity who manufactures, sells, or distributes assault weapons or ghost guns within the state. It also covers aiding and abetting such activities or intending to do so. Successful plaintiffs can receive statutory damages of at least ten thousand dollars per violation, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees. The bill prohibits certain defenses and does not allow for the award of costs or attorney's fees to defendants. It takes effect immediately.