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Licensing, Authorization and Registration Flashcards

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  1. What licence is required in Canada to possess a restricted firearm such as a handgun?

    Answer: RPAL (Restricted PAL)

    The Restricted PAL (RPAL) is required to possess restricted firearms, including most handguns, in Canada.

  2. Which course must be completed before applying for a Restricted PAL in Canada?

    Answer: CRFSC (Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course) in addition to CFSC

    Applicants must pass both the CFSC and the CRFSC before being eligible to apply for a Restricted PAL.

  3. What is the minimum age to apply for a Restricted PAL in Canada?

    Answer: 18 years old

    Applicants for a PAL or RPAL must be at least 18 years old under the Firearms Act.

  4. How long is a Canadian Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) valid before renewal?

    Answer: 5 years

    A Canadian PAL is valid for five years and must be renewed before expiry to continue legally possessing firearms.

  5. What government body issues the PAL and RPAL in Canada?

    Answer: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

    The RCMP administers the Canadian Firearms Program, including the issuance of all Possession and Acquisition Licences.

  6. What background check element can result in a PAL application being denied?

    Answer: A history of violent behaviour, restraining orders, or certain criminal convictions

    Under the Firearms Act, a history of violent behaviour, court orders, or criminal convictions for certain offences can disqualify an applicant.