Alan Kachalsky and a bunch of other Westchester residents were shot down by a United States District Court Judge (of the Southern District) in a case that challenged the constitutionality of a New York law which infringed upon the ability to secure a concealed weapons permit unless "proper cause" could be demonstrated.
While the plaintiffs argued that their right to bear arms was "fundamental," and couldn't be restricted by a "proper cause" standard, on appeal, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit was of the view that there were legitimate public policy bases for the state's exacting standards. ("Restricting handgun possession in public to those who have a reason to possess the weapon for a lawful purpose is substantially related to New York's interests in public safety and crime prevention.")
Were they shooting blanks?
To view a copy of the Second Circuit's decision, please use this link: Kachalsky v. Westchester County