AR-15 Laws in New York
Last verified: April 8, 2026
This is not legal advice. Laws change frequently. Consult a licensed attorney and verify current federal, state, and local regulations before purchasing or building any firearm.
AR-15 Ownership
Assault Weapon Ban
Magazine Capacity Limit
Short Barreled Rifles (SBR)
Suppressors
Permit Required
Registration Required
Details
SAFE Act: assault weapons ban. Featureless builds or fixed magazine required. Suppressors prohibited.
Buying in New York
| Background Check | State POC (NYSPIN) |
| Waiting Period | Varies by county (up to 30 days for permits) |
| Purchase Age | 21+ for semi-automatic rifles, 18+ for other long guns |
| Permit to Purchase | License required for handguns; semi-auto rifle permit required |
| Private Sale Background Check | Required (universal background check) |
Carry Laws
| Constitutional Carry | No |
| Concealed Carry Permit | Shall-issue (post-Bruen) |
| Open Carry | Prohibited in NYC; restricted elsewhere |
AR pistols generally follow the same carry laws as handguns in New York. Verify with local law enforcement.
Local Preemption
New York City has significantly stricter laws than the rest of the state. NYC requires a separate premises permit for rifles and shotguns.
Check local ordinances in addition to state law before purchasing.
Neighboring States
How New York compares to its border states for AR-15 owners.
| State | Restriction Level | Mag Limit | AWB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | Heavy restrictions | 10 rds | |
| Massachusetts | Heavy restrictions | 10 rds | |
| New Jersey | Heavy restrictions | 10 rds | |
| Pennsylvania | Minimal restrictions | None | |
| Vermont | Some restrictions | 10 rds |
Laws last reviewed: April 2026. Always verify current laws before purchasing.
AR-15 Ownership in New York
AR-15 style rifles are heavily restricted in New York. Featureless builds or fixed-magazine configurations may be legal. Consult a local firearms attorney before purchasing.
Building an AR-15 in New York
New York has an assault weapon ban in effect. Featureless builds with a compliant grip (fin grip or similar), fixed stock, and no flash hider may be legal. Fixed-magazine configurations using devices like the CompMag or MagLatch are another option in some jurisdictions.
Consult a New York-licensed firearms attorney before starting any build.
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Product Recommendation Disclaimer: These recommendations are based on our understanding of New York law as of April 30, 2026. Laws change. Always verify compliance with your local FFL dealer before purchasing. AR15 Outfitters is not a legal authority.
Disclaimer: This is not legal advice. This information is provided for educational purposes only. Laws change frequently. Always verify current regulations with your state legislature or a licensed attorney before purchasing, building, or possessing any firearm or firearm accessory.