Virtually every illegal firearm was once legal. Given the ease with which legal firearms flow into the illegal market – in spite of stringent state and local restrictions – and given the specific harm illegal firearm violence causes certain New Yorkers, those responsible for the sale, manufacture, importing, or marketing of firearms can now be liable (as of July 2021) for the public nuisance caused by such activities.

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If you or a loved one was the victim of gun violence, you may be able to seek compensation from those responsible for your pain and suffering.  Please, call us today for a free case review.

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The Red Flag Law, also known as the extreme risk protection order law, is effective in New York State as of August 24, 2019. The law prevents individuals who show signs of being a threat to themselves or others from purchasing or possessing any kind of firearm.

UPDATE: Governor Hochul signed an Executive Order on May 18, 2022 to require State Police to file for an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) whenever they have probable cause to believe that an individual is a threat to themselves or others.

EXTREME RISK PROTECTION ORDER APPLICATION

Complete the ERPO Form