No Charges for School Safety Agent Who Fired at Thieves in Brooklyn Gun Battle

Published on April 21, 2011
Duration: 6:34

This video discusses the case of Eugene Pitts, a school safety agent in Brooklyn who was cleared of charges after retrieving and firing an officer's firearm during an armed robbery. Tom King of the NYSRPA highlights the legal complexities and potential for charges under New York's permit laws, emphasizing the need for legislative reform. The discussion also touches on media coverage and the NYSRPA's upcoming awards for Officer Presley and Mr. Pitts.

Quick Summary

Eugene Pitts, a school safety agent, was cleared of charges after firing an officer's gun during a Brooklyn armed robbery. The incident highlighted New York's complex firearm permit laws, where touching a firearm without a permit can lead to felony charges, even in self-defense. The NYSRPA is advocating for legislative reform to address these issues.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Good News from New York
  2. 00:16Brooklyn DA's Decision
  3. 00:23Armed Robbery Incident
  4. 00:39School Safety Agent's Actions
  5. 00:50Potential Charges Discussed
  6. 01:00Critique of NY Gun Laws
  7. 01:16Eugene Pitts Cleared
  8. 01:24DA's Discretion
  9. 02:14Permit to Touch Firearm Law
  10. 02:27NYSRPA's Legislative Efforts
  11. 02:44Incident as a Case Study
  12. 03:13NYSRPA Awards
  13. 03:29Officer Presley Awarded
  14. 03:40Presidential Award for Pitts
  15. 04:08Convoluted Gun Laws
  16. 04:32Bloomberg's Silence
  17. 04:42Lawsuit Update
  18. 04:54Media Coverage Analysis
  19. 05:34Challenges in New York City
  20. 05:45Concluding Remarks
  21. 05:54Upcoming Preview Show

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was a school safety agent not charged after firing a gun in Brooklyn?

Eugene Pitts, a school safety agent, was not charged by the Brooklyn District Attorney's office after retrieving and firing an officer's firearm during an armed robbery. The DA's office deemed him to be in the clear, although the incident highlighted complex New York firearm permit laws.

What legal issues arise from touching a firearm without a permit in New York?

New York law can potentially classify individuals as felons for touching a firearm without a permit, even if the firearm is not theirs and they are acting in self-defense. This has led to calls for legislative reform to clarify these complex regulations.

What is the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association's stance on the Brooklyn incident?

The NYSRPA views the incident as an example of New York's overly convoluted gun laws. They are advocating for legislative changes to ensure individuals acting in self-defense are not penalized for touching a firearm without a permit.

What awards will the NYSRPA present related to the Brooklyn incident?

The NYSRPA will present Officer Presley with the 'Police Officer of the Year' award for his actions during the incident. Eugene Pitts will receive the 'Presidential Award' for his extraordinary deed in defending himself and others.

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