Short Barrel Rifles in New York: Legal Restrictions & Penalties

According to the New York State Penal Law, a rifle is defined as having a barrel length of at least 16 inches. Any rifle with a barrel length of less than 16 inches is considered a "short-barreled rifle" and is classified as an assault weapon.

Owning, possessing, or transporting an assault weapon in New York State is a felony punishable by up to 7 years in prison.