New York's Open Carry


Open carry is banned in most areas of New York with a few local exceptions.

Statute

S 265.35, S 265.01

What is Open Carry?

Open carry is the ability to carry a gun in plain view. Some states require a permit to open carry, and some do not, but most have restrictions on where it is legal to open carry.


Other New York firearm laws

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