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I understand that I cannot carry a gun in a Federal bank by US law. Is it legal to carry a pistol into a non federal bank in New York state?
I am not sure what "US law" you are referring to, nor what you mean by a "Federal bank."
However, it is illegal under 18 USC Sec. 930 to carry a gun in a "Federal facility," which is defined as "a building or part thereof owned or leased by the Federal Government, where Federal employees are regularly present for the purpose of performing their official duties."
That definition does not include most banks, even those that are federally insured. It may well include the 12 regional Federal Reserve banks, but those are not open for consumers to transact business.
New York does not have any law regulating possession of firearms in banks. One licensed to carry a concealed firearm in New York would be allowed into any bank that was not a "Federal facility."
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| Comment | Thank you very much. My curiosity stems from the issuer's agent telling me not to carry it in a bank. I assume that it is akin to the 'camping' etc restrictions. | ||
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Robert P. Firriolo
Expertise
General constitutional (Second Amendment) and federal firearm law inquiries. New York State and New York City laws and regulations on firearms. Use of force in self-defense.
Experience
Practicing firearms law attorney, including representation of individuals, gun clubs, sportsmen's organizations, shooting ranges, and businesses. Over 20 years of grassroots activism, including involvement in campaigns and elections; writing and editing articles, letters, press-releases, policy papers, and op-ed columns; interaction with firearm regulatory agencies; former board member and current legal advisor to the board of sportsmen's and firearm civil rights organizations; pro-bono counsel on select firearms-related legal cases; debated leaders of the gun-control lobby on national television. Lecturer on lawful use of deadly physical force and crime prevention.
Education/Credentials
Attorney at law. Extensive practice, independent study and research in this field. NRA-certified firearms instructor (rifle, pistol, shotgun, home firearm safety, personal protection) and Chief Range Safety Officer.
Awards and Honors
Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Peer-Review Rating.
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