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Posted on 09/27/2010 4:30:25 PM PDT by jakerobins
They might not be dangerous, but they're armed.
Seeking an added layer of protection, more high-profile celebrities are seeking permits to carry guns in New York City, according to New York's Daily News.
Among the big names licensed to pack heat: Marc Anthony, Robert De Niro, Donald Trump, and his son, Donald Jr., Mets third baseman David Wright, and Martha Stewart's daughter, radio host Alexis Stewart.
Anthony, 42, has a special permit that allows him to carry a loaded weapon in the city, and has a similar permit for Nassau County, where he and Jennifer Lopez have a $2 million home in Brookville.
One reason for the rise in interest seems to be the vulnerability some celebrities feel in the Internet age, where so much personal information can be accessed online. "They can get their own security, but with the Internet, it is much easier to find people," attorney John Skylar Chambers tells the News. "They don't want to find someone on their lawn at five in the morning."
(Excerpt) Read more at people.com ...
Donald Trump carries?
I’m suddenly getting a Denny Crane visual...
Including who has CCW permits...
Now the criminals know were to go to get a weapon...
Just try to get a gun permit in New York City when youre not a celebrity.
No gun for you
So if I move to New York can I get a permit?
That depends. Are you rich and famous?
You have a better chance of getting a permit to burn a Koran! LOL Remember Sean Penn having a gun in San Francisco.... You have a better chance of getting a Republican elected there...
NYC discriminates greatly on who they give out permits too. Basically, if you are rich, you get a permit.
"That depends. Are you rich and famous?"
Or do you give a lot of money to Democrats? That seems to help.
A Supreme Court Justice...says we possibly shouldn't protect ourselves, especially in high crime areas. And that our rights and the Constitution are limited.
But wait...does it depend on who you know, and how much money you have?
But wait...do we have to obey? The lover's and mugger's and thief's obviously don't...
Work in the security field, own a business where you handle a lot of cash, retired NYPD, have juice like the folks mentioned above. That’s about it.
As others have said, not unless you’re connected (in the city, at least. Where I lived in WNY, it was nearly shall-issue).
And since New York is one of five “registration” states, you cannot even own a firearm in your own home without a permit. Thus, New York City (and all may-issue statutes in registration states) are a direct violation of the spirit of McDonald v. Chicago.
That's all? LOL! I'm willing to bet that this is in addition to getting a permit to even OWN a gun in NYC.
Ah. Here we go. For all you lurkers out there, this is what needs to be done to even OWN a gun in NYC to keep in your own house. Compare this to Florida where you walk in a gun shop, pick one out, answer a short questionaire and a few days later pick-up your gun. BTW, make sure not to miss the part where it says that ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Meaning if they turn you down, oh well. You just donated to the NYPD policemen's ball.
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Instructions to all Handgun License Applicants
The application form MUST be typewritten and signed by you, and your signature must be notarized. Only the original application form will be accepted. DO NOT SEND A PHOTOCOPY. The application form must be completely filled out and presented by you personally at the License Division. At the time you submit your application, you must furnish the items listed below that are applicable to you. All documents, certificates, licenses, etc., must be submitted in the original. (A copy certified by the issuing agency as true and complete is also acceptable). In addition, a legible photocopy of each item submitted must accompany the original or certified copy. Originals and certified copies will be returned. Your application will not be accepted without the required documents.
1. Photographs: Two (2) color photographs of you taken within the past thirty (30) days are required. They should measure 1½ x 1½ inches and show you from the chest up. The wearing of any article of clothing or adornment that obscures identification is not permitted.
2. Birth Certificate: In lieu of your birth certificate, some other proof of your birth date, e.g., a military record, U.S. passport or baptismal certificate must be submitted. You must be twenty-one (21) years of age to apply for a handgun license or rifle/shotgun permit.
3. Proof of Citizenship/Alien Registration: If you were born outside the United States, you must submit your naturalization papers or evidence of citizenship if derived from your parents. All other applicants born outside the United States must submit their Alien Registration Card. If you have lived in this country less than 7 years you must submit a good conduct certificate, or equivalent, from your country of origin and two (2) letters of reference that certify to your good character.
4. Military Discharge: If you served in the armed forces of the United States, you must submit your separation papers (DD 214) and your discharge.
5. Proof of Residence: You must submit proof of your present address. Proof may consist of, but is not limited to, a real estate tax bill, ownership shares in a cooperative or condominium, or a lease. You may also be requested to supply further documentation i.e., a New York State Driver's License, a New York State Income Tax Return, or a current utility bill.
6. Arrest Information: If you were ever arrested, indicted or summonsed for any reason, other than a parking violation, you must answer "Yes" to question #23 on the handgun license application and submit a certificate of disposition showing the offense and disposition. Also, you must submit a detailed, notarized statement describing the circumstances surrounding each arrest or summons. YOU MUST DO THIS EVEN IF: the case was dismissed, the record was sealed or the case was nullified by operation of law. The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services will report to us every instance involving the criminal prosecution of an applicant. DO NOT rely on anyone's representation that you need not list a previous arrest or summons.
If you were ever convicted or pled guilty to a felony offense or a serious offense, as defined in Penal Law Section 265.00(17), an original Certificate of Relief of Disabilities, signed by a judge, must be submitted.
6a. Order of Protection: If you have ever had an Order of Protection issued against you, or issued on your behalf against anyone, you must list the following information: Court of Issuance, Date of Issuance, Complainant's name, address and phone number, Complainant's relationship to you, and reason for issuance of Order of Protection.
7. Proof of Business Ownership: If you are making application for a carry or premises license for use in connection with a business, you must submit proof of ownership for that business. Such proof must clearly state the names of the owner(s), or, if a corporation, the names of the corporate officers. A Corporation must submit its corporate book to include filing receipt, certificate of incorporation and minutes of the corporate meeting reflecting current corporate officers; others must provide their business certificate or partnership agreement, whichever is applicable. If the business requires a license or permit from any government agency, e.g., alcohol or firearms sales, gunsmith, private investigation and guard agencies, you must submit the license or permit or a certified copy thereof. You must also submit proof of address for the business. Proof may consist of a utility bill, not more than 60 days old, in the name of the business or a lease in the name of the business.
8. Letter of Necessity: All applicants for a carry license and those seeking a premises license for use in connection with their employment MUST complete the Letter of Necessity found on page 3 of the application. NO SUBSTITUTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9. Social Security Card: All persons filing applications must bring their original Social Security cards with them to the License Division when applying for a license.
Fees
The application fee is $340.00.
Please note that effective October 1, 2007, the fingerprint fee is $94.25 for all applicants who are fingerprinted on the Live Scan Machine only.
The fee for applicants who must submit inked fingerprints is $105.25.
These fees may be paid by credit card or by two separate money orders made payable to the New York City Police Department.
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
If you have any questions concerning your application, please call (646) 610-5560. Applications must submitted in person at the License Division, Room 110, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
I care, posting such nonsense denigrates a good person.
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