Establishes the class A misdemeanor of unlawful procurement of a firearm for purchasing more than one firearm in 30 days.

New York A01774 amends the penal law to establish the class A misdemeanor of unlawful procurement of a firearm. This applies when a person purchases or takes possession of more than one firearm from any dealer in firearms during any 30-day period. The bill also outlines duties for firearm dealers, including obtaining approval from the division of criminal justice services before selling a firearm and reporting such sales within 24 hours. Certain exceptions apply, such as for law enforcement officers and licensed firearms manufacturers. The act allows localities to enact more restrictive laws.

Establishes the class A misdemeanor of unlawful procurement of a firearm for purchasing more than one firearm in 30 days.

New York A01774 amends the penal law to establish the class A misdemeanor of unlawful procurement of a firearm. This applies when a person purchases or takes possession of more than one firearm from any dealer in firearms during any 30-day period. The bill also outlines duties for firearm dealers, including obtaining approval from the division of criminal justice services before selling a firearm and reporting such sales within 24 hours. Certain exceptions apply, such as for law enforcement officers and licensed firearms manufacturers. The act allows localities to enact more restrictive laws.