Posted by: Ed_Morris
Illegal advertising - 07/23/08 02:12 PM
This is from FA's website, under the terms and conditions:
well, in New York state, it's illegal to sell some of the items FA is sponsoring ad space for.
From: http://www.carryconcealed.net/legal/newyork-ccw-state-laws.php
and this is relavent, since the situation is similar:
STATE, EBAY STEM SHIPMENTS OF ILLEGAL STUN GUNS IN NY
http://www.oag.state.ny.us/press/2005/oct/oct11a_05.html
...just so the folks who are liable, knew.
Quote:
By use of this site you expressly agree that the exclusive jurisdiction of any dispute with FightingArts.com is in the federal or state courts located in the State of New York, County of New York. The terms of use applicable to FightingArts.com are governed by the laws of the State of New York without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
well, in New York state, it's illegal to sell some of the items FA is sponsoring ad space for.
From: http://www.carryconcealed.net/legal/newyork-ccw-state-laws.php
Quote:
Are stun guns legal?
NEW YORK: Illegal New York Consolidated Law (McKinney’s) Book 39. Penal Law. Article 265. Firearms and Other Dangerous Weapons 265.00 15-a. "Electronic dart gun" means any device designed primarily as a weapon, the purpose of which is to momentarily stun, knock out or paralyze a person by passing an electrical shock to such person by means of a dart or projectile. 15-c. "Electronic stun gun" means any device designed primarily as a weapon, the purpose of which is to momentarily stun, cause mental disorientation, knock out or paralyze a person by passing a high voltage electrical shock to such person. Article 265.01 Criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree. A person is guilty of criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree when: (1) He possesses any firearm, electronic dart gun, electronic stun gun ***; or *** SUMMARY: Possession is banned of Stunning Devices in New York.
Are stun guns ilegal in New York City?
NEW YORK CITY: Illegal Administrative Code of the City of New York 10-135 Prohibition on sale and possession of electronic stun guns. a. As used in this section, "electronic stun gun" shall mean any device designed primarily as a weapon, the purpose of which is to stun, render unconscious or paralyze a person by passing an electronic shock to such person, but shall not include an "electronic dart gun" as such term is defined in section 265.00 of the penal law. b. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale or to have in his or her possession within the jurisdiction of the city any electronic gun. c. Violation of this section shall be a class A misdemeanor. [Exemptions under this section are provided for police officers operating under regular department procedures or guidelines and for manufacturers of electronic stun guns scheduled for bulk shipment. NOTE: The electronic stun gun is not a "firearm" under the Federal Gun Control Act of 1968 because it does not "...expel a projectile by the action of an explosive..."] SUMMARY: Possession and sales of Stunning Devices are banned in New York City
Is peper spray legal in New York?
New York: New York residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state.
and this is relavent, since the situation is similar:
STATE, EBAY STEM SHIPMENTS OF ILLEGAL STUN GUNS IN NY
http://www.oag.state.ny.us/press/2005/oct/oct11a_05.html
...just so the folks who are liable, knew.