New York State Gun Laws: A Conversation with Hon. Margaret J. Finerty

11/01/22 • 64 min

Originally RELEASED NOV 03, 2021

The New York County Lawyers Association is proud to present the 2nd Special Series episode of the Amicus Curiae: The Justice Center Files with distinguished guest Hon. Margaret J. Finerty, Partner, Getnick & Getnick LLP. Host Daniel K. Wiig sits down with Judge Finerty to discuss the important factual details of New York State Gun Laws and the implications of the Supreme Court's decision to hear a challenge to New York’s concealed carry law that limits the ability for people to obtain concealed carry permits to those who can demonstrate “proper cause” to do so. The case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Corlett. The Second Amendment high stakes case will have immediate implications on the constitutionality of New York's Gun Laws.

Originally RELEASED NOV 03, 2021

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