265.40 - Purchase of rifles and/or shotguns in contiguous states.
§ 265.40 Purchase of rifles and/or shotguns in contiguous states. Definitions. As used in this act: 1. "Contiguous state" shall mean any state having any portion of its border in common with a portion of the border of the state of New York; 2. All other terms herein shall be given the meaning prescribed in Public Law 90-618 known as the "Gun Control Act of l968" (18 U.S.C. 921). It shall be lawful for a person or persons residing in this state, to purchase or otherwise obtain a rifle and/or shotgun in a contiguous state, and to receive or transport such rifle and/or shotgun into this state; provided, however, such person is otherwise eligible to possess a rifle and/or shotgun under the laws of this state.