Posted: 4/13/2013 8:55:53 AM EDT
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As someone who fled NY decades ago to settle in a locale that allows me to own firearms and shoot without the hassle and government oversight, I have, nonetheless, been alarmed at the actions of the adoption of the NYS Safe Act. Someone recently forwarded to me the latest development which I find particularly disturbing, not just for the extremely high likelihood for its abuse by law enforcement but also by citizens (e.g., a disgruntled neighbor or someone who just wants to make your life miserable regardless of motivation). I haven't done an exhaustive search of this Hometown thread but I haven't seen any mention of the policy as listed below. If this is accurate, it clearly is reminiscent of what every dictator/tyrant throughout history has done ......create a situation where citizens turn each other in. It is incomprehensible that NYS has no such "bounty" for reporting child abuse/molesting, dope dealers, or other criminal activity.. I'd appreciate it if someone would verify this. What is especially disturbing is that the populace would see this as acceptable.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Governor Cuomo has dug his feet in and is now employing Gestapo like tactics to encourage NY citizens to report on their fellow NY citizens thru financial incentives that are derived from the taxes of New Yorkers. The reward for "turning in" or "reporting" your neighbors for suspected "illegal" activity regarding the regulations put in-place by the recently enacted NY SAGE Act is $ 500.00 for each individual case. This is the State's way of enforcing the regulations that most, if not all, gun owners have publicly said they would not comply with. This is eerily reminiscent of 1934 Germany. How many brutal dictators can we all name who have taken similar measures of turning the people against one another in the past 100 years." The state has established a toll-free tip line – 1-855-GUNSNYS (1-855- 486-7697) to encourage residents to report illegal firearm possession. The tip line also allows for information to be submitted via text – individuals can text GUNTIP and their message to CRIMES (274637). While the state will provide the administrative support and fund the rewards, the investigation and validity of the tip will be up to each local department. To spread the word about this free resource, New York State is planning a comprehensive campaign, including public service announcements that will air on television and radio stations across Upstate. The tip line can provide your agencies with another avenue for receiving intelligence about crimes being committed in your jurisdictions. This initiative is designed for communities where no tip lines are in place and is not meant to replace existing gun tip lines. Here’s how the tip line operates: The New York State Police staff the tip line 24 hours a day. Upon receiving a call, troopers will solicit as much information as possible regarding a firearm tip, while allowing the individual to remain anonymous. The caller will be informed that this program is not the traditional gun buyback program but rather is focused on identifying individuals who are carrying an illegal firearm. The State Police will in turn contact the appropriate police agency with the lead to initiate an investigation. Staff from the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) will follow up with that agency to determine the validity of the lead. Once the investigation is completed, the police agency would convey to DCJS the outcome of the investigation. If the information leads to an arrest for the illegal possession of a firearm, the “tipster” will be awarded $500. DCJS staff will handle all of the financial transactions. State Police staff will explain the program in its entirety upon notifying an agency that a lead has been generated for their jurisdiction. If you have any questions in the interim, please contact DCJS Deputy Commissioner Tony Perez in the Office of Public Safety at 518-485-7610. Janine Kava Director of Public Information New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (518) 457-8906 - work (518) 485-7715 - fax No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.2904 / Virus Database: 2641/6189 - Release Date: 03/19/13 |
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I certainly do not see this as acceptable. See NCF2A.com
In a closed door session this last week sometime, NYS troopers, DHS, DOJ, and Cuomo passed something to enable them to bypass HIPPA regulations to enable the state to hunt down these folks who have been on anti-depressants within the past 10 years. Is there nothing in the Constitution that is sacred anymore? http://www.wben.com/topic/play_window.php?audioType=Episode&audioId=6326245 |
