Allows individuals to possess firearms during certain formal ceremonies with prior approval.
New York Assembly Bill A05597 amends the penal law to allow individuals to possess firearms, rifles, or shotguns during specific formal ceremonies, such as military ceremonies, funerals, and honor guards, including a twenty-one gun salute or other ceremonies honoring those who served their municipality, state, or country. This possession is permitted only if the individual has obtained prior approval from the municipality where the ceremony occurs or from the military, law enforcement, or fire prevention organization hosting the ceremony.
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