Governor Hochul: State Police seized over 2,500 guns under New York’s Red Flag Law in 2023

ALBANY, NY- Over 2,500 guns were seized last-year in New York under the state’s Red Flag Law, according to the Governor’s Office.

On Monday, Governor Hochul held a Press Conference in Latham, NY, where she highlighted statistics that suggest declines in crime, specifically in the Capitol region, and the rest of the state as well.

“Public safety is my top priority, and I've been laser focused on crime since taking office in 2021,” Governor Hochul said.

“We've made significant progress keeping New Yorkers safe, as murder rates plummet and auto thefts decline, but our work is not over. I'm committed to working with the New York State Police and our partners in local law enforcement to fight crime and protect New Yorkers."

Last year, State Police filed 1,385 extreme risk orders of protection (ERPOs) that resulted in the removal of 2,549 guns. To date in 2024, the State Police have obtained 290 ERPOs and removed 590 guns.

State Police have filed more ERPOs in the first two months of 2024 than in 2019, 2020, and 2021 combined.

Governor Hochul image.