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NY Governor Warns 3D‑Printed Gun Innovator That Law Will Be Enforced
WHY IT MATTERS
The governor’s stance indicates that New York will actively enforce its 3D‑printed gun ban, potentially leading to legal action against individuals who use tools designed to circumvent the law.
What happened
Cody Wilson, the maker of the first 3D‑printed gun, released a new tool last week that attempts to bypass New York’s ban on 3D‑printed firearms. The tool also taunts Governor Kathy Hochul.
In a recent episode of the podcast Decoder, Hochul responded that she will not allow the tool to defeat the state’s law. She said, “You can tell Cody I will get ahead of him next,” and emphasized that the law prohibits 3D‑printed guns in New York.
The governor’s statement signals that state authorities will pursue enforcement actions against the tool and its users.
PRIMARY SOURCES
New York governor to 3D printed gun leader: ‘tell Cody I will get ahead of him’
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