05-21 Firearms

Question 1

What is the primary concern regarding firearms in the community?

Answer 1

The increased availability of firearms and their potential use in criminal offences.

Question 2

What is the role of the Organized Crime Enforcement – Integrated Gun & Gang Task Force (IGGTF)?

Answer 2

To identify and arrest criminal gunmen and dismantle gangs or crime groups responsible for violent criminal activity.

Question 3

How often does the IGGTF operate?

Answer 3

Twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Firearms Enforcement Unit (FEU)?

Answer 4

To identify and take enforcement action against illegal movement of firearms, ammunition, and explosives.

Question 5

What does the Firearms Investigation & Analysis Unit (FIAU) do?

Answer 5

Streamlines firearm investigations and ensures standard processes for investigation and accountability.

Question 6

What happens to firearms deemed to be criminal by the FIAU?

Answer 6

They are examined, which includes verifying, forensic testing, test firing, and IBIS testing.

Question 7

Who assists with inquiries concerning firearm licenses and permits?

Answer 7

Members of the Firearms Investigation & Analysis Unit (FIAU).

Question 8

What must officers do when using search and seizure powers under the Criminal Code?

Answer 8

Familiarize themselves with Part III of the Criminal Code.

Question 9

What are prohibition orders intended for?

Answer 9

To prevent individuals from possessing or accessing weapons in the interest of public safety.

Question 10

What is the basis for the authority under S.117.04 of the Criminal Code?

Answer 10

Public safety, intended to be preventative in nature.

Question 11

What is required for a public safety warrant under S.117.04 (1) CC?

Answer 11

Reasonable grounds to believe that it is not desirable for a person to possess weapons.

Question 12

True or False: Firearms need to be involved in a precipitating event for public safety concerns.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

Who is contacted for advice when a suspect is arrested for firearms-related offences?

Answer 13

The IGGTF.

Question 14

What is a ‘Crime Gun’?

Answer 14

Any firearm used or suspected to be used in a criminal offence or obtained for criminal activity.

Question 15

What defines an ‘Illegally Possessed Firearm’?

Answer 15

A firearm that is unregistered, reported stolen, unlawfully possessed, or suspected to have been used in a crime.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The Firearms Investigation & Analysis Unit (FIAU) acts as a liaison with the __________ on behalf of the Service.

Answer 16

Provincial Firearms Tracing and Enforcement (FATE) Unit.

Question 17

What system is used for submissions to the Centre for Forensic Sciences?

Answer 17

CFS Evidence Web-Submission System.

Question 18

What is the role of the Officer in Charge upon receipt of an eReport regarding illegally possessed firearms?

Answer 18

Ensure DNA/fingerprint testing is required and the submitting officer has selected the applicable box on TPS 403.

Question 19

What should a Divisional / Unit Investigator do when courts order the return of a firearm to an offender?

Answer 19

Ensure the victim is advised, where possible.

Question 20

What must be submitted to the court within 30 days after the seizure of an item?

Answer 20

CSO 117-05(1) Application for a Disposition Hearing.

Question 21

What is required for firearms submissions for testing?

Answer 21

All submissions must be completed through FIAU.

Question 22

True or False: FIAU members can only assist with inquiries during regular business hours.

Answer 22

False.

Question 23

What type of testing may a firearm undergo if its serial number has been altered?

Answer 23

Serial number restoration procedures.