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Letitia James
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Letitia James Fights for New York Gun Law After Supreme Court Forces Change
Published Aug 14, 2024 at 9:06 AM EDT
Updated Aug 14, 2024 at 10:02 AM EDT

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New York Changes Gun Laws After Supreme Court Ruling
By Katherine Fung
Senior Writer
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New York Attorney General Letitia James is fighting to maintain New York's right to regulate the sale of firearms after New York City relaxed its gun license laws to comply with a landmark Supreme Court ruling.

On Tuesday, James filed an amicus brief to the Court. Leading a group of 22 attorneys general across the country, she argued that it was essential for the Court to uphold federal laws that prevent individuals from transporting or receiving out-of-state firearms from anyone other than a federally licensed dealer.

The brief comes a week after New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed into effect a new emergency order allowing non–New York residents to apply for carrying licenses in the state.