Arms Act Flashcards
Possession
Having physical hold of, or having in a bag they are carrying, or having in a vehicle they are driving unless they can prove it is someones else’s or in someone else’s possession.
Section 66 - Arms Act
Any person who is the legal occupier of land or driving the vehicle is deemed to be in possession unless they can prove it is someone else’s or in someone else’s possession.
What year is the Arms Act?
Arms Act 1983
0-16 year olds can/can’t…
Cannot own a firearm or air-gun but can use under immediate supervision
16 year olds can/can’t..
Cao wn a firearm or air-gun but require a licence
18+ year olds can/can’t
Require a firearms licence but not for a airgun
Firearms licence must be renewed when..
After 10 years
Firearms licence must be available and kept in what condition?
Legible and undamaged, able to be produced on demand like a drivers licence, if not on them, produced within 7 days at a police station
When you change address how long do you have to inform police?
Notify police within 30 days of change of address
If something happens to you firearms licence you must..
Report loss, theft or destruction to police in writing
Category A
Conventional rifle or shotgun
Category B
Pistol
Category C
Collector/Restricted Weapons
Category D
Dealer
Category E
MSSA
What is a MSSA weapon?
Military style semi automatic or firearm which after being loaded, fires, ejects and chambers another cartridge with each trigger pull. Must have one or more folding/telescopic butt, bayonet lugs, free standing pistol grip and magazine capable of holding more than 7 cartridges.
Section 40(1) of the Arms Act
Power to demand particulars. Everyone in possession of a FAPR shall on demand give their full name, address and DOB.
Section 40(2)
Refusal to give particulars. Any person refusing to supply or giving false details may be arrested after warning.
