New York Gun Permit
Generally, the policies governing New York gun permit issuance covers an extensive and broad legal framework that is subject to local (city) court interpretations.
Basically, New York gun permit issuance varies depending on the type of the gun, whether it is a rifle (shotguns) or a handgun.
New York gun permit is required in the purchase, possession, and carrying of a handgun, while these permits are not required for rifles or shotguns, with the exception of New York City where all the required permits are applicable to any and all types of guns, including rifles.
For purchase permit, policies apply to all stakeholders - the gun manufacturer, distributors (gun shops) and the buyer. New York state laws require that every handgun made, sold and purchased should be accompanied by a shell casing or projectile discharged from the gun and additional details that will identify the gun and shell casing.
In terms of gun possession, no state licensing requirement is imposed on rifles and shotguns but prohibition is imposed upon persons who have previous criminal or felony records and those who are declared as unfit to own a a firearm like mentally-ill individuals.
Meantime, the permit to possess a handgun also serves as the license or permit to carry it, unless there are some restrictions imposed by a local court or legal jurisdiction.