Major New Gun Confiscation Takes Effect Immediately And Its Not A Red Flag Law
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed law A00544B, which mandates law enforcement to confiscate firearms and carry permits during 'family violence situations' without a warrant. This law expands on a previous statute, now requiring confiscation based on an officer's subjective belief of a potential threat, rather than requiring a judge's discretion. The duration for which firearms and permits can be held has also increased from 48 hours to 120 hours, with the burden of proof shifting to the owner to demonstrate they are not a prohibited person.











