On Thursday, the Supreme Court dealt a blow for gun safety advocates.

The court struck down New York's century-old gun law, which now makes it easier for people to carry guns in public.

The old law required anyone seeking a concealed carry license to show they have a "special need" for it.

Gov. Kathy Hochul vowed to counter the ruling.

On Friday, Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley and County Clerk Jamie Romeo addressed the high court's decision, saying New York is not an open carry state and that the ruling does not invalidate conceal carry permits in New York.

“The Supreme Court decision will impact some pistol permits, however, we must wait for the licensing officers to develop those processes. All current applications are in good standing. We encourage people to sign-up to receive email updates from the County Clerk’s Office as we continue to receive guidance from New York State Police and Licensing Officers," Romeo said.

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