CRFSC Legal and Ethical Responsibilities 3

Question 1

Under the Criminal Code of Canada, which term describes a firearm that has a barrel 105 mm or longer and is not prohibited or restricted?

Accepted Answer

Non-restricted firearm

Answer

Firearms that do not meet the criteria for restricted or prohibited status are classified as non-restricted firearms under the Criminal Code.

Question 2

What obligation does a firearm owner have if their firearm is lost or stolen?

Accepted Answer

Report it to the police and the Registrar of Firearms as soon as possible

Answer

Under the Firearms Act, the loss or theft of any firearm must be reported to both the police and the Registrar of Firearms promptly.

Question 3

Which of the following individuals would be INELIGIBLE to obtain a PAL under the Firearms Act?

Accepted Answer

An individual with a recent court-ordered prohibition from possessing firearms

Answer

An individual subject to a prohibition order from possessing firearms is ineligible to hold a PAL for the duration of that order.

Question 4

What does the term 'continuous eligibility' mean in the context of Canadian firearm licences?

Accepted Answer

A licence holder must remain eligible under the law at all times, not just at the time of issuance

Answer

Continuous eligibility means a PAL holder must meet all legal requirements throughout the entire period they hold the licence, not just when it was granted.

Question 5

A sporting shooter is found guilty of domestic assault. What is the most likely consequence regarding their firearm licence?

Accepted Answer

Their licence may be revoked and a prohibition order may be issued

Answer

A criminal conviction for violence typically results in revocation of the PAL and may trigger a prohibition order under the Criminal Code.

CRFSC - Canadian Restricted and Non-Restricted Firearm Safety Practice Test

CRFSC - Canadian Restricted and Non-Restricted Firearm Safety Practice Test

CRFSC Legal and Ethical Responsibilities 3