Firearms
The New York State National Instant Background Check System (NICS) Interactive Voice Response (IVR) automated phone system is now live and accessible via 1-877-NYS-NICS.
INFORMATION ON NEW GUN LAWS Gun Safety in New York State
New York State's gun laws are designed to prevent criminals and those who threaten to harm themselves or others from buying or possessing guns, cracks down on illegal guns, and bans only the most dangerous assault weapons.
The legislation includes provisions that protect and preserve law-abiding citizens’ right to bear arms and does not restrict New Yorkers' ability to buy, sell, keep or use guns.
Registration & Recertification Information
Find assistance for processes involving the registration of pistols, assault weapons and ammunition.
If you have technical difficulties accessing the recertification page - contact the ITS Help Desk at 1-844-891-1786.
Questions? 1-855-LAW-GUNS
New Yorkers should call 1-855-LAW-GUNS for questions about guns or assistance with form submissions.
County Pistol/Revolver/Semi-Automatic Rifle License Forms
PPB 3A: Pistol/Revolver/Semi-Automatic Rifle License Application Continuation...
PPB 5: Pistol/Revolver License Amendment
County Pistol/Revolver Recertification Forms
Instructions for Pistol / Revolver Recertification Form
Form to request that any information concerning a firearms license application...
Forms for Sellers
PPB 4: Verification of Peace Officer Status - Firearm Purchase
PPB 6: Application for License as Gunsmith - Dealer in Firearms
PPB 7: Seller of Ammunition Registration Word Document
As of 1/7/2025, every person licensed as a gunsmith or a dealer in firearms shall post this warning notice.
Forms For Assault Weapon Registration and Recertification
Forms for Police Officers and Peace Officers