New Gun Laws -- Frequently Asked Questions
The Division of Criminal Justice Services and New York State Police have developed FAQs regarding recent changes to New York State firearm laws that take effect Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022.
FAQs Regarding Recent Changes to New York State Firearm Laws
*The NY Attorney General FAQs includes a link to the law*
Minimum Standards for Firearm Safety Training
On August 25, 2022, the Division of Criminal Justice Services and New York State Police released their minimum standards for firearm safety training that take effect Friday, Sept. 1, 2022.
Minimum Standards for Firearms Safety Training
Concealed Carry Safety Course Instructor List
| Community Conservation Club | 607-703-1153 | |
| LionsPride Training Group | 315-303-8131 | http://lionspridetg.corsizio.com/ |
| PS&ED - Matthew Mallory | 315-567-9268 | http://psanded.com/courses/firearms/nyccw/ |
| Rochester Personal Defense, LLC | 585-406-6758 | http://safeinrochester.com/ |
| Shooters Haven - David Colburn | 315-751-5559 | http://www.shootershaven.com/ |
| Bryan Leonard | 315-559-1081 | http://www.cnypistolclass.com/ |
| Safely on Target, LLC | 585-733-4890 | |
| Hammer Down Firearms Training & Concealed Coalition - Joshua Drake | 585-857-6607 | http://www.hammerdownfirearmstraining.com/ |
| Tioga County Sportsmen's Association | 607-687-3168 | http://tiogasportsmen.com |
| Dusenberry Sportsmen's Club, Inc. | iteachpistol@gmail.com | Dusenberry Sportsmen's Club - Facebook Page |
| Lock-N-Load DownRange | 607-687-0202 | https://locknloadsportinggoods.com |
| Handgun Training & Consulting | 315-796-4186 | https://www.pistolsafetyny.com/ |
| CCB Training & Consulting | 607-345-0054 | chauncey37@hotmail.com |
| Pugh Self-Protection & Combatives | 607-202-5999 | |
| Constitutional Chemicals LLC | info@constitutionalchemicals.com | |
| Patriot Firearms Training |
607-351-8666 |
https://patriotfirearmtrainingacademy.com/ |
| Delhi Police Training Division | 607-434-6101 | https://www.dpd-training.com/ |
**If you are a certified instructor and wish for your course to be approved in Tompkins County, please complete and return this form:
Firearm Safety Instructor - Certification Form
Federal Firearms Licensed Dealers in Tompkins County List
| Mountain Armory & Ammo | 30 Kelloggs Corners Road Newfield, NY 14867 | 607-342-5104 |
Request for Removal of Restrictions
If you have a restricted permit please fill out the Request for Removal of Restrictions form below and return it to our office. Our office will contact you when the updated permit is available for pick-up. There is a $5.00 fee, cash ONLY, to print a new card.
Request for Removal of Restrictions
Plastic Card Conversion
Current pistol permit holders may convert to a new plastic permit by submitting the Conversion Form linked below. Once we process your form, we will contact you to come in for your plastic card. Please read the attached directions and fill out the form below. We recommend that you save the form to your desktop and attach it to your email. Please send to: pistolpermits@tompkins-co.org. Payment of $15.00, cash, is due upon pick-up.
New Pistol Permit Applications
Pistol / Semi-Automatic Rifle License Application
You CANNOT apply for a new permit if:
- You have ever been previously convicted of a felony or serious offense, as defined by the New York State Penal Law 265.00(17).
Pistol Permit Amendments
Processed Monday-Friday between 8:30 AM-4:00 PM at the Civil/Records Office window. Coupons will be given at the time of service. The following documentation is required:
- Original or copy of the bill of sale on dealer’s letterhead listing the seller’s name, address, phone number, Federal Firearms License (FFL) number, New York State Dealer License number, and description of the firearm.
- A copy of your entire pistol permit (including firearm cards)
- Payment of $3 - cash ONLY
- State Issued Driver's License
Upgrade from "Possess On Premises/While Employed" to "Carry Concealed"
Please complete and follow the directions on the form below
Co-Registering a Firearm
If you wish to co-register a firearm, you must bring the following items to the Sheriff's Office:
- Co-Registration of Firearms
- Your entire pistol permit (including firearm cards)
- Payment of $3 - cash ONLY
- State Issued Driver's License
When filling out the form, please leave the Witness signature line blank, this will be filled out at the Sheriff's Office; however, if you have this document notarized, they will sign on the Witness signature line. As a co-registrant you are responsible to make sure that you report any disposals of the firearm; same as if you are the primary owner of the firearm. Both parties will need to come to the Sheriff's Office together with the co-registration form or have the form notarized. The person adding the firearms to their permit must bring the form to the Sheriff's Office for an amendment.
NYS Firearms License Request for Public Records Exemption
NYS Firearms License Request for Public Records Exemption
Pistol permit holders may elect to keep their firearm ownership private by filling out the New York State Firearms License Request for Public Records Exemption form. Anyone who completes the form would be exempt from having his or her information released under FOIL. The form must be turned in or mailed to the Sheriff's Office or the Tompkins County Clerk's Office.
NYSAFE ACT
The Tompkins County Sheriff's Office adheres to the laws and standards put in place through the NYSAFE Act. Please click the image link above for more information on the NYSAFE act.
