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NY S04927
NY S04927Creates a civil cause of action for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of assault weapons or ghost guns within the state; aiding and abetting such manufacture, sale or distribution; or intending to aid and abet in such manufacture, sale or distribution; provides for a civil remedy of ten thousand dollars per violation.
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Introduced
02/17/2023
02/17/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the civil practice law and rules, in relation to creating a civil cause of action for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of assault weapons or ghost guns within the state
AI Summary
This bill creates a civil cause of action within New York state for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of assault weapons or ghost guns, as well as aiding and abetting such activities or intending to do so. The bill provides for a civil remedy of at least $10,000 per violation, along with injunctive relief and attorney's fees. It also outlines prohibited defenses and affirmative defenses that can be raised in such civil actions. The bill aims to hold manufacturers, distributors, and sellers of these types of firearms accountable within the state.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (on 01/03/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Civil Law and Procedure
- ‐ Firearms and Gun Control
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S4927 | 02/17/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S04927&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S04927 | 02/17/2023 |
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