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NY S09399

NY S09399
Establishes the crime of criminal possession of a flamethrower as a class E felony.


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Introduced
05/15/2024
In Committee
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to adding possession of a flamethrower to the crime of criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree

AI Summary

This bill establishes the crime of criminal possession of a flamethrower as a class E felony. It defines a "flamethrower" as a device capable of projecting a stream of burning fuel at least three feet, and exempts historical flamethrowers, those used for agricultural or construction purposes, and those lawfully acquired before the bill's effective date. The bill also defines "historical flamethrower" and "significant components" for the purposes of the law.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES (on 05/15/2024)

Taxonomy

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ Firearms and Gun Control

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