what type of crime is it to use a shot gun in a ny state park or being in possession
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what type of crime is it to use a shot gun in a ny state park or being in possession
Asked on May 11, 2009 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I don't understand. Are you asking if it is a felony or misdemeanor? Why in the world would you be possessing a gun in New York State unless you were up to no good and not an undercover officer? Same issue with firing it?
Look through these because I am unsure as to what context the above actions occurred:
https://law.justia.com/newyork/codes/penal/idx_pen0p3tpa265.html
https://law.justia.com/newyork/codes/penal/idx_pen0p3tna240.html
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I'm not exactly sure what you are asking here. Do you need a license for a shotgun? Do you need a license to hunt in a NY state park? Or both? Anyway, here goes.
In NY there is no state licensing requirement for the possession of a rifle or shotgun, although any person convicted of a felony or other serious offense and any person who "has been certified not suitable to possess a rifle or shotgun" (mentally incompetent) is prohibited from possession. A person who has been convicted of a felony or other serious offense may obtain a certificate of good conduct which will then permit him to possess rifles and shotguns. Generally, it is unlawful for anyone under the age of 16 to possess any firearm; however, a rifle or shotgun may be possessed by a person between the ages of 12 and 16 who is engaged in supervised target shooting on a range. A minor at least 14 years of age may hunt with any rifle or shotgun, provided he has a valid hunting license and is accompanied by his parent, guardian or other parentally-designated adult who also holds a valid hunting license.
To hunt in NY you do need a valid permit. Here is the relevant info: www.dec.ny.gov/permits/6094.html
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