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NY S09399
NY S09399Establishes the crime of criminal possession of a flamethrower as a class E felony.
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Introduced
05/15/2024
05/15/2024
In Committee
05/15/2024
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
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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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S9399 | 05/15/2024 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09399&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09399 | 05/15/2024 |
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