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NY S02100
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Ortt
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "licensing officer" for pistol permits to include county sheriffs outside New York City who elect to serve in that capacity
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Removes Suffolk County sheriff's specific designation as licensing officer for that county, consolidating authority under the Suffolk County police commissioner for the towns of Babylon, Brookhaven, Huntington, Islip, and Smithtown
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Authorizes sheriffs in counties outside New York City to voluntarily choose to issue licenses to carry or possess pistols or revolvers under section 400.00 of the penal law
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Authorizes the sheriff of any county outside the city of New York to issue pistol permits upon the approval of the county clerk.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026