How Can You Legally Transfer a Firearm in New York State?

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How Can You Legally Transfer a Firearm in New York State?

The next step is that you have to go to a registered firearms dealer in the state. Private, person-to-person sales and transfers are no longer legal in New York State. Will that licensed firearm dealer charge you a few dollars to complete the transaction? More than likely they will charge you a transfer fee. Trust me when it is said that the dealer who is helping you is doing more than just filling out a few slips of paper.

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That dealer will help to process the transfer or sale. When the process is complete you will then have to take the slip the dealer gives you to the sheriff's department where you have your license/permit to get that firearm taken off of your permit. To get the gun off your permit, you can do that online or in person.

If you have additional questions or situations, call the sheriff's office for your county, they will be able to give you the information that you need.

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