New York Penal Code 265.05: Unlawful possession of weapons by persons under sixteen
Due to the safety concerns that they possess, New York has many different laws in place that control the use and possession of firearms. Of the 11 different offenses that exist today, three are specifically designed to help keep guns out of the hands of minors. One of the most significant offenses that help to control gun use and possession by minors is unlawful possession of weapons by persons under the age of 16.
Understanding the Law
According to the New York penal code, people under the age of 16 years old are not allowed to possess a number of controlled weapons. These include air guns, spring-guns, firearms, any ammunition, dangerous knives, or any other item that could be considered a dangerous weapon.
