I am sure that the gun laws of NYS, are designed to make the citizens of that state feel safer, from violent crime, in their homes and on the street. In fact, I suspect the politicians that passed those laws believe that because of their laws, citizens are safer in their homes and on the street. They mean well and are trying to do good. Unfortunately, life doesn't work that way.
I am happy not to live in NYS, where I am safe from evil assault weapons.