Restricted Firearms and Handguns Flashcards

What is the primary distinction between a 'non-restricted' and a 'restricted' firearm under Canadian law?

Answer: Restricted firearms have additional licencing, registration, and transport requirements beyond those for non-restricted firearms

Restricted firearms require registration, an Authorization to Transport for most moves, and can only be used for approved purposes — obligations that do not apply to most non-restricted firearms.

A shooting club member discovers a crack in the frame of their restricted handgun. They want to have it repaired. Which step is NOT required?

Answer: Filing a temporary deactivation notice with the RCMP before transport

There is no requirement to file a deactivation notice before transporting a restricted firearm for repair — an ATT (or licence condition), unloaded condition, and locked container are the relevant requirements.

Under what condition may a chief firearms officer issue an Authorization to Carry (ATC) for a restricted handgun for personal protection?

Answer: Only in exceptional circumstances where conventional law enforcement protection is unavailable and life is at risk

An ATC for personal protection is issued only in rare, documented cases where police protection is inadequate and the applicant faces an imminent and documented threat.

What is the purpose of the Canadian Firearms Registry for restricted firearms?

Answer: To record ownership of each registered restricted or prohibited firearm and link it to the licensed owner

The registry links each restricted and prohibited firearm's serial number to its lawful licensed owner, assisting law enforcement and accountability.

A licensed collector wishes to display a restricted handgun at a firearm show. Which authorization is required?

Answer: An Authorization to Transport to and from the show venue

Transporting a restricted firearm to a gun show requires an ATT or an applicable licence condition, just like any other transport of a restricted firearm.

Which of the following is an example of criminal negligence in the handling of a restricted handgun?

Answer: Leaving a loaded handgun unsecured on a desk where children are present

Leaving a loaded, unsecured firearm accessible to children constitutes a wanton disregard for the safety of others and can constitute criminal negligence.

Which of the following correctly describes the ACTS acronym used in Canadian firearm safety training?

Answer: Assume every firearm is loaded; Control the muzzle; Trigger finger off trigger; See your target

ACTS stands for: Assume every firearm is loaded; Control the muzzle direction; Trigger finger off the trigger; See your target and what's beyond.