Gun Policy News
Lawmaker Aims to Shut Gun Show Loophole at NY Antique, Flea Markets
22 March 2009
Maine Antiques Digest (April issue)
The sale of guns (firearms, rifles, or shotguns) at auctions, flea markets, or garage sales would be considered a "gun show" in New York, according to legislation cosponsored by Senator Eric T. Schneiderman (D-New York City) and Assemblywoman Amy R. Paulin (D-Westchester).
"Realizing that guns are often offered for exchange as well as for sale or transfer in a range of places, this bill adds the word 'exchange' to the current statute," Schneiderman said. "Clarifying... (GunPolicy.org)