First-of-its-kind law in New York could block 3D printers from making guns
Summary
New York is passing a law that could require 3D printers sold for home or business use to include technology that stops them from printing gun parts. Similar plans are being considered in California to help prevent the creation of untraceable "ghost guns" made with 3D printers.Key Facts
- The law in New York would force 3D printers to detect and block designs for firearm parts before printing.
- California is considering similar legislation to stop 3D printers from making guns.
- “Ghost guns” are homemade firearms without serial numbers, making them hard for police to trace.
- The number of untraceable guns found in crimes in the U.S. rose sharply from 1,600 in 2017 to nearly 27,500 in 2023.
- The new laws target the 3D printing machines and their technology, not the people printing the guns.
- Experts will create standards for software that can recognize gun parts based on shape and size before printing.
- The blocking technology would not be required until around 2029 or later, depending on expert reviews of feasibility.
- 3D printers are widely used and can cost from several hundred to thousands of dollars, making them more accessible over time.
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