Very Restrictive
New York Gun Laws 2026
New York gun law rating: A (Very Restrictive). Ranked #4 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (No), red flag law (Yes), assault weapons ban (Yes).
A
Overall Grade
#4
State Rank (strength)
Permitless Carry: No
Constitutional Carry
Red Flag: Yes
ERPO Law
Key Gun Law Provisions
| Provision | Status |
|---|---|
| Permitless (Constitutional) Carry | No |
| Red Flag Law (ERPO) | Yes |
| Assault Weapons Ban | Yes |
| Universal Background Checks (private sales) | Yes |
| Waiting Period | None (licensing required) |
| Magazine Capacity Limit | 10 rounds |
Overview
New York has among the strictest gun laws. The SAFE Act (2013) was among the first post-Sandy Hook state laws. The state requires licenses for all handguns and bans assault weapons. The 2022 Bruen Supreme Court decision struck down NY\'s concealed carry law, leading to new restrictions.
2026 Political Impact
New York had the key Supreme Court case (Bruen) that changed national gun law. The decision forced NY to revise its concealed carry laws. Gun control remains a top-tier issue in NYC and suburbs.