Federal Appeals Court Upholds Key New York Gun Restrictions

The ruling allows the state to enforce bans on firearms in sensitive locations while overturning some restrictions.

The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that New York can prohibit guns in sensitive places like schools, parks, theaters, and bars.
The court upheld the requirement for gun license applicants to demonstrate 'good moral character.'
Parts of the 2022 law were rejected, including bans on guns in private locations open to the public, like gas stations and supermarkets.
The decision follows a Supreme Court directive to reassess the law, considering a separate case involving domestic violence restraining orders.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James praised the ruling as a victory for gun safety, while gun rights advocates expressed frustration.