Arms Act 1983: Firearms And Licences Flashcards

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What is the definition of airgun?

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Any rifle/pistol from which a projectile can be discharged by use of gas or compressed air.

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What is the definition of a firearm?

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Means anything from which a projectile can be discharged by force of explosion.

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What is the definition for imitation firearm?

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Anything appearing to be a firearm whether or not capable of discharging a shot.

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What is the definition of a pistol?

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Any firearm designed or adapted to be held in one hand and less than 762mm long.

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What is the definition of a restricted weapon?

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As declared by the governor-general (molotov cocktail, grenades, rocket launchers).

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What is the definition of explosives?

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Any substance capable of exploding (dynamite, tnt, marine distress flares)

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What is the definition of a MMSA?

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Military style semi automatic, or a 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, flash suppressor, and magazine capable of holding more than 7 cartridges.

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How do you get a firearms licence?

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  • A person aged 16 years or over (16-18 need parents permission).
  • Lodged with police who conduct enquiries to the applicants suitability.
  • Applicant sits and passes firearms test, then licence is issued.
  • Licence lasts 10 years.
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What are the licence categories?

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Category A = Full licence for the possession and use of conventional firearms (not pistols, restricted weapons or MSSAs).

Category B = Pistols, providing the owner is a member of a pistol club.

Category C = Collections, restricted weapons and use of weapons in theaterical performances.

Category D = Firearms dealer.

Category E = Military style semi-automatic firearms.

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