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NY A03998

Clarifies the definition of imitation weapons.


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Introduced
02/01/2021
In Committee
05/03/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to clarifying the definition of "imitation weapon"

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the definition of "imitation weapon" in the New York General Business Law. It amends the existing law to specify that an imitation weapon must be colored in certain bright colors or made of transparent/translucent materials, have a closed barrel of at least half an inch, and have the manufacturer's name or identification mark legibly stamped on it. The bill also specifies that imitation weapons cannot have a laser pointer attached. This update aims to provide clearer guidelines for what constitutes an "imitation weapon" under New York law.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

substituted by s687 (on 05/09/2022)

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