Classifies criminal possession of a firearm as a class D felony in New York.
New York Assembly Bill A03659 amends the penal law to reclassify criminal possession of a firearm from a class E felony to a class D felony. This change affects individuals who possess a firearm, including those who lawfully possessed a firearm prior to specific registration requirements. The bill aims to enhance penalties for firearm possession, reflecting a more severe legal stance on the issue. The amendment will take effect 30 days after the bill becomes law.
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