"The Firearms Policy Coalition argues that the Times Square restriction crosses a constitutional line, stating that it 'unconstitutionally deprives individuals of the right to keep and bear arms in what is indisputably a public place where the need for self-defense may arise.'"
"The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction that would bar the state and city from enforcing the ban at all, emphasizing the importance of self-defense rights in busy public spaces."
A Rockland County gun owner and the Firearms Policy Coalition have filed a lawsuit against New York's ban on firearms in Times Square. They argue that the restriction infringes on the constitutional right to bear arms in public areas where self-defense may be necessary. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction to prevent enforcement of the ban. This restriction stems from the 2022 Concealed Carry Improvement Act, which designates Times Square as a sensitive location where carrying firearms can lead to felony charges for licensed individuals.
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