RE: crossbow help in new york
I have no problem with the crossbow for those are physically impaired and incapable of drawing and shooting a bow. MD had that law until last year. Now they allow anyone to hunt with a crossbow.
For the reasons listed above, I don't feel that crossbows should be allowed in bow season unless a doctor signs a form declaring physical impairment and inability to shoot a bow. That's what MD used to require.