New York S04277 bans possession of 50 caliber firearms and offers reimbursement for surrendered weapons.

New York S04277 amends the penal law to prohibit possession of 50 caliber firearms. It defines a 50 caliber weapon as a rifle capable of firing a center-fire cartridge of 50 caliber or greater. The bill mandates registration of such weapons and sets penalties for illegal possession, transportation, and disposal. It also establishes a reimbursement program for lawful possessors who surrender their 50 caliber weapons to the division of state police. The act takes effect immediately, with certain sections delayed by 30 days.

New York S04277 bans possession of 50 caliber firearms and offers reimbursement for surrendered weapons.

New York S04277 amends the penal law to prohibit possession of 50 caliber firearms. It defines a 50 caliber weapon as a rifle capable of firing a center-fire cartridge of 50 caliber or greater. The bill mandates registration of such weapons and sets penalties for illegal possession, transportation, and disposal. It also establishes a reimbursement program for lawful possessors who surrender their 50 caliber weapons to the division of state police. The act takes effect immediately, with certain sections delayed by 30 days.