Videos tagged with New York City Law

This video, hosted by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, analyzes the 'Srour v. New York City' case, which challenges New York City's post-Bruen concealed carry laws. The court ruled that the city's requirement for 'good moral character' and 'good cause' for firearm possession is unconstitutional, as it grants excessive discretion to officials and lacks historical precedent. The ruling highlights the ongoing legal battles to uphold Second Amendment rights against restrictive state and local regulations.

This Guns & Gadgets episode discusses the alarming case of Elizaveta Zlatkis, a New York City woman facing 25 years in federal prison for possessing 22 firearms, 21 of which were non-functional replicas (airsoft, toy, starter pistols). Even a real firearm stripped of all internal parts was deemed a 'firearm' by the ATF due to its finished receiver. The case highlights the broad interpretation of firearm definitions and the potential for severe penalties, even with replica or non-functional items.