Licenses needed for someone to work as an FFL Gun Wrangler / Prop Firearm Pyrotechnist in New York State (excluding NYC) |  |
The following is for those who will be functioning as an FFL Gun Wrangler
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The following is for those who will be functioning as a pyrotechnist:
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| Local Fire Marshal-issued permits for each location where blank cartridges will be utilized. | |
| Anyone attempting to function as a gun handler anywhere in NYS outside of the City of New York who does not have all the above listed licenses and permits can and will be prosecuted. The are no provisions for a non-licensee to be in constructive control over FIREARMS. The New York State Police - Gun Investigation Unit (GIU) will not turn a blind eye to illegal possession. | |
| Anyone attempting to bring a "BLANKED" FIREARM out of the city will be committing a state Felony. New York City issued Pistol Licenses do not provide for exemptions from the restrictions of possession for the purposes of "Theatrical Production" usage and display. >New York City Police Dept. - Pistol License Section, (646) 610-5560< | |
An NYPD issued STP (Special Theatrical Permit) as issued by the City of New York is not recognized anywhere else, and provide for no special permissions or privileges outside of the City of New York. | |
