New York Penal Code 265.05: Unlawful possession of a weapon upon school grounds

According to the New York State weapons statute, the word “weapon” is defined broadly. It refers to a variety of guns, including spring and air guns. An air gun can be a pellet or BB gun. It is illegal to have any of these weapons on school grounds. For people who are 16 years old or older, it is a violation of NY penal code § 265.05 to purposely possess a weapon that has an air, CO2 cartridge, spring or piston as the propelling force while on the grounds of any type of educational facility, unless you have received authorization in writing from the school. Related offenses including criminal possession of a weapon on school grounds and criminal sale of a firearm in the first degree.

Examples of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon Upon School Grounds

Example 1: