Criminal Justice (Firearms)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6326: Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons

Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons; provides for the access of applicable records; expands the meaning of extraordinary circumstances to include when the defendant is accused of an offense involving the use, possession, or display of a firearm, shotgun, rifle or other deadly weapon.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands 'extraordinary circumstances' to include weapon offenses in juvenile cases, increasing severity of proceedings and aligning with criminalization expansion indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Juvenile Justice

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failed · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 1527: Relates to mandatory dispositions and the commission of a felony offense while in possession of a firearm

Relates to mandatory dispositions and the commission of a felony offense while in possession of a firearm; provides an additional five years imprisonment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates 5-year sentence increase for felony with firearm, increasing mandatory sentencing which opposes reform efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Sentencing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3116: Repeals certain provisions of chapter 1 of the laws of 2013, amending the criminal procedure law and other laws relating to suspension and revocation of firearms licenses

This bill repeals specific sections from New York's 2013 laws governing the suspension and revocation of firearms licenses. It directly affects individuals holding firearms licenses in New York State by removing those provisions from legal statutes. The key mechanism is the elimination of sections 1-32, 37-43, and 45-56 of the 2013 legislation, which previously defined procedures for license suspensions and revocations. The repeal takes immediate effect and applies retroactively to January 15, 2013. This changes the legal framework governing firearms license enforcement but does not introduce new requirements.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRepeals procedures for suspending firearms licenses, removing regulatory oversight that strengthens public safety in criminal justice policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6325: Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons

Relates to proceedings involving adolescent offenders and the possession or use of weapons; provides for the access of applicable records; expands the meaning of extraordinary circumstances to include when the defendant is accused of an offense involving the use, possession, or display of a firearm, shotgun, rifle or other deadly weapon.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization of weapon offenses by adolescent offenders, increasing court proceedings over diversion programs per expanded 'extraordinary circumstances' definition.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Juvenile Justice

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failed · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 3657: Relates to the unlawful discharge of a loaded firearm toward any police officer, firefighter, corrections officer, peace officer, or emergency medical services personnel

Relates to the unlawful discharge of a loaded firearm toward any police officer, firefighter, corrections officer, peace officer, or emergency medical services personnel.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill criminalizes discharging firearms at officers, expanding criminalization of violence against law enforcement, aligning with 'oppose' criteria.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8460: Includes flare guns in criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree

This bill updates New York's criminal law to include flare guns in the offense of "criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree." It directly affects individuals who possess a flare gun with the intent to use it unlawfully against another person. The key provision expands the definition of prohibited weapons to specifically cover flare guns - regardless of their intended use (maritime, emergency, or recreational) - by adding them to the list of items that trigger this charge. This change makes possessing a flare gun with unlawful intent a specific criminal offense under existing law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by adding flare guns to prohibited weapons list, increasing potential charges for possession regardless of intended use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5105: Relates to the criminal possession of a ghost gun; repealer

Relates to the criminal possession of a ghost gun; makes such possession a class C felony unless you are a licensed gunsmith or dealer in firearms with intent to manufacture and/or distribute such firearms; requires educational materials shall be provided for no less than 2 years after the effective date of such provisions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill elevates ghost gun possession to class C felony, expanding criminalization and increasing penalties, opposing reform efforts by strengthening punitive measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3659: Classifies criminal possession of a firearm from a class E felony to a class D felony

This bill changes the legal classification of "criminal possession of a firearm" from a class E felony to a class D felony under New York law. It directly affects individuals convicted of possessing a firearm without proper registration, as defined in the penal law. The key mechanism is amending the penal law to downgrade the felony level, which typically results in reduced sentencing severity. This policy change modifies the criminal penalty structure for this specific offense without altering the underlying conduct or registration requirements.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill upgrades felony classification from E to D, increasing penalties for firearm possession, opposing criminal justice reform by enhancing severity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Firearms Sentencing

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1584: Increases penalties for criminal use of a firearm in the first degree when committing a drug related felony offense

Bill A 1584 increases the penalties for individuals convicted of criminal use of a firearm in the first degree, particularly when committing certain violent or drug-related felony offenses. It raises the additional consecutive prison sentence for this crime from five years to ten years. This ten-year sentence becomes mandatory, removing judicial discretion to waive it, and district attorneys are prohibited from dismissing this specific charge in plea bargains. The bill also establishes that the combined ten-year consecutive term and the minimum term of the underlying felony create a new aggregate minimum sentence, during which the individual is ineligible for parole or conditional release. This aggregate minimum term's application is expanded to include defendants whose liability for displaying a weapon is based on the actions of another person.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory 10-year sentence for firearm/drug crimes, removes judicial discretion and plea bargaining options - aligns with 'oppose' indicators of harsher penalties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Firearms Sentencing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2603: Relates to the offense of aggravated cruelty to animals

S 2603 expands the definition of "aggravated cruelty to animals" to include intentionally causing injury with a deadly weapon (like a gun or knife) or a dangerous instrument (like a broken bottle). This specifically targets individuals who use such objects to harm companion animals, making it a more severe offense. The law defines "aggravated cruelty" as conduct meant to cause extreme pain or carried out in a depraved, sadistic way. It directly affects people convicted of animal cruelty involving weapons, increasing penalties for those acts. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminal definition for animal cruelty, increasing sentencing severity, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of stricter penalties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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