Administrative Procedures Flashcards

Which section of the Criminal Code defines prohibited persons who cannot hold a PAL?

Answer: Section 109

Section 109 of the Criminal Code authorizes mandatory prohibition orders that bar certain convicted persons from possessing firearms.

A PAL applicant who was previously subject to a peace bond must disclose this on their application for how long after the peace bond expires?

Answer: 5 years

Peace bond history must be disclosed for 5 years following the expiry of the order on a PAL application.

What is required when submitting a PAL application for restricted firearms privileges in addition to the standard non-restricted application?

Answer: A separate restricted firearms safety course certificate (CFSC-R) or equivalent

Applicants seeking restricted privileges must successfully complete the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course (CRFSC) or equivalent.

An individual who is a non-resident of Canada wishing to bring restricted firearms into the country must use which document?

Answer: A Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (NRFD)

Non-residents importing restricted firearms must complete a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration at the point of entry.

How does the Canadian Firearms Program verify that a PAL applicant has completed the required safety training?

Answer: The course provider transmits results electronically to the RCMP registry

Approved course instructors submit test results directly to the Canadian Firearms Program electronically.

What is the minimum age to apply for a non-restricted PAL in Canada?

Answer: 18 years old

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a full PAL.

Under the Firearms Act, who is designated as the 'Registrar' responsible for maintaining the Canadian Firearms Registry?

Answer: The Commissioner of the RCMP

The Commissioner of the RCMP serves as the Registrar of Firearms under the Firearms Act.