The permit is valid until suspended or revoked, or until you move out of New York State. In the latter event, you must surrender your license.
Death terminates the permit.
Your estate must surrender your permit and deliver your handguns to the County Sheriff for safekeeping until properly transferred to a new owner. The permit is valid anywhere in New York State, except in the five counties comprising the City of New York. A retired police officer no longer must obtain a NYC Special Validation License. You must notify this office of any change of address by using an Amendment form. If you move into or out of Orange County, but remain in New York State, please call for special instructions.