NYC busts two legal gun owners

[AllAces]

Here are two more reasons to not visit and spend money in NYC.

A better NYC gun policy—Editorial - NYPOST.com

We need a federal law that protects the rights of legal gun owners when they travel.

 

[jbull380]

Ive heard enough horror stories that I wouldn't go there even though I'm LE. Sounds worse than Mexico. Hope I'm wrong.

 

[handejector]

We need a federal law that protects the rights of legal gun owners when they travel.

We have one.
Transporting is no problem.
However, if your destination is NYC, then possession is the problem.
Sorry, but I'm afraid it is incumbent upon the gunowner to know the laws of his destination.
The pic below is the relevant code from the ATF Regs, page 25.

 

[Alpo]

That is totally stupid.

If I'm reading that correctly, the writer wants these people to be released because "it is legal where they come from".

That don't work.

Year and a half ago I took my daughter's nephew with me, to Georgia, to visit her. Put him in the front seat of the Bronco, and away we went. As soon as we crossed the Florida/Alabama line, I broke the law. In Alabama kids under, I think it's twelve, can't be in the front seat. Period. So if I'd gotten stopped and ticketed, "It's legal in Florida" probably would not have worked real good.

Back in '80 my brother go pulled, while riding his motorcycle. He showed the cop his Texas plates and his Texas license, and said, "In Texas you don't need a helmet". Cop said, "You ain't in Texas", and wrote him a ticket.

If I try to wear my gun on the airplane, or walk into the White House with my gun, should I be arrested? Yes I should. Why. 'Cause it's against the law. Are they stupid laws? Yes. Should they be repealed? Yes. That don't change the fact that, right now, it's against the law.

It's been illegal to carry a pistol in New York City for about 70 years - maybe more. Anybody that says they did not know it was illegal are either lying or stupid.

So, is the Sullivan Act wrong? Yes. It is unConstitutional? Yes. Should it be repealed? Yes. Should they be let go for breaking New York law? No.

 

[diamonback68]

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do".

 

[JamesArthur60]

We don't have 50 united states, we have 50 different countries. What's next, showing ID to enter each state (country)?

 

[Damn Yankee]

Marriage and Driving License are good in all fifty states.

 

[gunlovingirl]

We don't have 50 united states, we have 50 different countries. What's next, showing ID to enter each state (country)?

ID? We don't need no stinking ID!

 

[redlevel]

We need a federal law that protects the rights of legal gun owners when they travel.

Be careful what you wish for. I believe that in a perfect world, what you say is true. We don't live in a perfect world. I am from Georgia. We have some of the least restrictive gun laws in the Nation. Chances are near 100% that any Federal reciprocity law would make our laws more, not less, restrictive.

I am also a strong believer in the concept of Federalisim. Under that concept, many things are left (rightfully) to each individual state. If, for instance, Massachusetts wants to allow gay marriage, then that's fine by me. I would strenuously object to any such legislation in Georgia.

I think the Federal Government should absolutely stay out of Georgia's business when it comes to handgun licensing. As handejector pointed out, there is already a Federal Law that covers transport of weapons. That is enough.

 

[Herknav]

We have one.
Transporting is no problem.
However, if your destination is NYC, then possession is the problem.

True to a point. The issue I have is if somebody is transiting NYC (or similar anti-gun jurisdiction) and has to layover for unforseen circumstances (flight got cancelled/car broke down/etc.) At that point, you are a criminal even though NYC was NOT your intended destination. (I'm talking strictly possession.)

FOPA only protects you if you're passing through, which does not include overnight. It allows for brief stops (such as gas), but not much more. Somebody correct me if I'm wrong.

Herk

 

[427mach1]

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do".

Unless one of the NY tourists is "The Most Interesting Man in the World". When in Rome, the Romans do as he does!

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

We don't have 50 united states, we have 50 different countries. What's next, showing ID to enter each state (country)?

Uh yea....that's the way our framers intended it. We were originally supposed to be a weak central government. The States are the heart of the country. And I'm good with it.
I'm with the monkey on this one. Know the laws. You CAN'T possess in New York. Period.
Ditto with Chicago. Don't like it-don't go there. Easy. Wanna push our laws on New York, ie it's legal where we live, yada yada yada. Then be prepared for a push back by Bloomberg like he's trying to do now with his stings and law suits. When in Rome..... just like when in Louisiana ...or Texas.... or Wyoming....

 

[5BeansintheWheel]

On the other hand a New Yorker with a resident carry license can get a non resident PA LTCF and carry in PA and hog up the lanes at the range. Wish I could carry in NY.

 

[kimporter]

i think its the responsibility of the permit holder to check the laws of the state(or country) he or she is going to,to easy to get in trouble nowadays, what with all the weirdness going on. not to mention the crazys in charge

 

[ladder13]

You take your gun with you to jury duty?

 

[moonclip]

....Wish I could carry in NY....

Yeah, you and about 8 million others who live in NYC.

......moon

 

[5BeansintheWheel]

You take your gun with you to jury duty?

Of course, all court houses here must provide a lock box.

 

[5BeansintheWheel]

Yeah, you and about 8 million others who live in NYC.

......moon

Until that happens I won't step foot in it.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

All my life I had wanted to go to Rome. I always dreamed about the beautiful sights to see and places to visit. So one year when we planned to travel to see the in-laws I suggested that we also visit Rome. The wife didn't seem as thrilled about visiting Rome as I expected, but she said she'd go if I wanted to. After a couple days at the in-laws we packed up and headed to Rome. I'm here to tell y'all it's nothing like what's advertised. After 30 minutes driving around Rome I was so disappointed that we drove back to the in-laws.

I just don't bring a gun when visiting the in-laws in Syracuse. I figure if I can survive a week with in-laws then I can handle about anything in NY.

 

[ladder13]

Of course, all court houses here must provide a lock box.

Exactly....my point.