Australian Capital Territory
Firearms Regulations 1997     No 13
made under the
Firearms Act 1996
Republication No 3 (RI)
Republication date: 12 September 2001
(Reissued: 9 October 2002)
Last amendment made by Act 2001 No 44
(Retrospective amendment made by Act 2002 No 30)
Amendments incorporated to 12 September 2001

Unauthorised version prepared by ACT Parliamentary Counsel's Office

About this republication
The republished law
This is a republication of the Firearms Regulations 1997, made under the Firearms Act 1996 (including any amendment made under the Legislation Act 2001, part 11.3 (Editorial changes)) as in force on 12 September 2001.  It also includes any amendment, repeal or expiry affecting the republished law to 12 September 2001.  
The legislation history and amendment history of the republished law are set out in endnotes 3 and 4. 
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•	authorised republications to which the Legislation Act 2001 applies
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The status of this republication appears on the bottom of each page.
Editorial changes
The Legislation Act 2001, part 11.3 authorises the Parliamentary Counsel to make editorial amendments and other changes of a formal nature when preparing a law for republication.  Editorial changes do not change the effect of the law, but have effect as if they had been made by an Act commencing on the republication date (see Legislation Act 2001, s 115 and s 117).  The changes are made if the Parliamentary Counsel considers they are desirable to bring the law into line, or more closely into line, with current legislative drafting practice.  
When preparing the authorised version of this republication amendments were made under part 11.3 (see endnote 1).
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Modifications
If a provision of the republished law is affected by a current modification, the symbol  M  appears immediately before the provision heading.  The text of the modifying provision appears in the endnotes.  For the legal status of modifications, see Legislation Act 2001, section 95.
Penalties
The value of a penalty unit for an offence against this republished law at the republication date is—
	(a)	if the person charged is an individual—$100; or
	(b)	if the person charged is a corporation—$500.

Amendments incorporated to
12 September 2001

Australian Capital Territory
Firearms Regulations 1997
made under the
Firearms Act 1996
Contents
	Page
Part 1	Preliminary
	1	Name of regulations	2
	3	Interpretation	2
	4	Not firearms	2
Part 2	Licences
Division 2.1	General provisions
	5	Category C licences	4
	6	Applications for licences—particulars and documents	5
	7	Government agencies—vertebrate pest animal control	13
	8	Category C licences—restrictions on issue	13
	9	Rendering firearm incapable of being fired	14
	10	Terms of licences	14
	10A	Temporary recognition of interstate licences	14
Division 2.2	Conditions of licences
	11	Category A, category B, category C or category H	15
	12	Category H licences for business	16
	13	Category H licences for employment	16
	14	Composite entity licences	17
	15	Firearms dealer licences	17
	16	Club armourers	17
	17	Collectors licences	18
	18	Heirlooms licences	18
Division 2.3	Firearms dealer licences
	19	Restrictions on issue	18
	20	Recording transactions	19
	21	Additional requirements for licensed firearms dealers	20
Part 3	Permits
	22	Theatrical and other productions	21
	24	Authorisation of possession and use of tranquilliser firearms	22
	25	Acquisition, possession and use of powerheads	22
	26	Arms fairs	22
	27	Acquisition and possession of war souvenirs	23
	28	Prescribed offences	23
	29	 Applications for permits	23
	29A	International visitors—form of temporary permits	26
	30	Photograph on permits	26
	30A	International visitors—conditions of permits or authorisations	27
	31	Minors firearms	27
Part 4	Registration
	32	Register of firearms	28
	33	Registration of firearms	28
	34	Unregistered firearms	28
	35	Requirements relating to registered firearms	28
Part 5	Safekeeping of firearms
Division 5.1	Security and safe storage
	36	Category A and category B licences	30
	37	Category C, category D and category H licences	30
	38	Collectors of firearms—category A and category B firearms	30
	39	Collectors of firearms—category C, category D and category H firearms	31
	40	Firearms dealer licences	33
Division 5.2	Displays
	41	Permanent displays	35
	42	Temporary displays	35
	43	Wall displays	36
Part 6	Exemptions
	44	Certain persons	38
	45	Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd, officers and employees	38
	46	Paint pellet guns	39
	47	Lending for competition	41
Part 7	Miscellaneous
	48	Dimensions of pistols	42
	49	Prescribed sporting organisations	42
	50	Approval of ranges	42
	51	Restrictions on sale and purchase of firearms	42
	52	Transporting prohibited firearms or pistols	43
	53	Shortening firearms	43
	54	Identification of firearms	43
	55	Government agencies—obligations	44
	56	Government agencies—employee obligations	45
	57	Registers maintained by employers	46
Endnotes
	1	About the endnotes	48
	2	Abbreviation key	48
	3	Legislation history	49
	4	Amendment history	50
	5	Earlier republications	51

Amendments incorporated to
12 September 2001

Australian Capital Territory
Firearms Regulations 1997     

made under the
Firearms Act 1996

    

  

Part 1	Preliminary
    
1	Name of regulations
These regulations are the Firearms Regulations 1997.
3	Interpretation
	(1)	In these regulations:
Note	A definition applies except so far as the contrary intention appears (see Legislation Act 2001, s 155).
government agency means a public authority, government department or any other person or body determined by the registrar to be a person or body to whom this definition applies.
initial application, in relation to a category of licence, means an application from a person who does not already hold that category of licence.
reserved area‑see the Nature Conservation Act 1980.
	(2)	In these regulations, a reference to a category A, category B, category C, category D or category H firearm shall be read as a reference to a firearm to which the corresponding category of licence applies.
4	Not firearms
For the definition of firearm in the Act, section 4, the following are declared not to be firearms:
	(a)	a firearm manufactured before 1 January 1900 for which ammunition is not readily commercially available;
	(b)	an explosive-powered tool within the meaning of the Scaffolding and Lifts Regulations 1950, part 9A;
	(c)	a heavy bench mounted rifle used for experimental purposes that is of a kind approved by the registrar;
	(d)	a tool designed to be used to split or break rock or concrete by means of the firing of an explosive cartridge;
Example
The tool known as the ‘Boulder Buster’
	(e)	an industrial tool designed to be used in the mining and steel industries to remove refractory material (such as slag) from kilns or for other similar purposes;
Example
The tool known as the ‘Slag Buster Kiln Gun’
	(f)	a captive bolt gun of the kind designed for use in an abattoir in the humane killing of livestock.

Part 2	Licences
Division 2.1	General provisions
5	Category C licences
	(1)	Notwithstanding the Act, section 18 (2), a category C licence may authorise the possession and use of a prohibited firearm (other than a firearm referred to in the Act, schedule 1, item 6, 10 or 11) for the purposes of a shooting competition if—
	(a)	the applicant—
	(i)	on 15 November 1996—
	(A)	possessed a semiautomatic or pump action shotgun for use in clay target competition; and
	(B)	was a member of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association; and
	(ii)	is a member of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association; or
	(b)	the application is supported in writing by a statement from an officer of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association that satisfies the registrar that the applicant is physically unable to compete in clay target competition unless he or she uses a semiautomatic or pump action shotgun.
	(2)	A person who has been granted a category C licence that authorises him or her to possess and use a prohibited firearm (other than a firearm referred to in the Act, schedule 1, item 6, 10 or 11) for the purposes of a shooting competition shall not fail to take part in at least 4 clay target competitions organised by a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association in each calendar year.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(3)	A person who is granted a category C licence that authorises him or her to possess and use a prohibited firearm (other than a firearm referred to in the Act, schedule 1, item 6, 10 or 11) for the purposes of a shooting competition shall not use that firearm except—
	(a)	on an approved range; and
	(b)	in accordance with the rules of the relevant club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association; and
	(c)	for the purposes of a shooting competition or of practice for such a competition.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
6	Applications for licences—particulars and documents
	(1)	For the Act, section 19 (2) (c), the following particulars and documents are prescribed:
	(a)	a document of the following type that shows the applicant’s residential address:
	(i)	a rates assessment notice given to the applicant in accordance with the Rates and Land Tax Act 1926, section 14 that is dated no earlier than 6 months before the date of the application;
	(ii)	a telephone bill or account that is dated no earlier than 6 months before the date of the application;
	(iii)	an electricity account that is dated no earlier than 6 months before the date of the application;
	(iv)	a current lease agreement that is dated no earlier than 12 months before the date of the application;
	(v)	a statement from a financial institution that is dated no earlier than 6 months before the date of the application;
	(b)	in relation to an applicant for the renewal of a category A, category B or category H licence where—
	(i)	the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is for sport or target shooting; and
	(ii)	the application does not carry the stamp of an approved club signed by the club’s senior instructor;
a document signed by an approved club’s senior instructor confirming that the applicant is a current financial member of the club;
	(c)	in relation to an applicant for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is recreational hunting or vermin control on specified rural land—
	(i)	the written authority of the owner or occupier of the land to hunt or to control vermin on the land; and
	(ii)	the name and address of the owner or occupier of the land; and
	(iii)	the contact telephone number of the owner or occupier; and
	(iv)	the name (if any), location and size of the land; and
	(v)	what the applicant is allowed to hunt or control; and
	(vi)	dates on which the applicant has permission to hunt or control;
	(d)	in relation to an application for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is recreational hunting or vermin control on land within a reserved area—an original permit or licence to shoot within the area, or a certified copy of that permit or licence;
	(e)	in relation to an applicant for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is primary production—
	(i)	the name (if any), location and size of the land the applicant uses for primary production;  and
	(ii)	documentation that demonstrates that—
	(A)	the applicant’s occupation is the business of a primary producer; or
	(B)	the applicant is the owner, lessee or manager of land used for primary production; and
	(iii)	a statement signed by the applicant to the effect that he or she intends to use the firearm solely in connection with farming or grazing activities;
	(f)	in relation to a category C licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is primary production—
	(i)	a signed statement by the applicant to the effect that—
	(A)	the applicant has a genuine occupational need to use a category C firearm by reason of his or her occupation related to primary production; and
	(B)	the occupational need cannot be satisfied by the use of a firearm that is not prohibited; and
	(C)	the applicant will not use the firearm to which the application relates except in connection with primary production; and
	(ii)	particulars or relevant documents (if any) that support the statements in subparagraph (i) (A) and (B);
	(g)	in relation to an applicant for a category C or category D licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is vertebrate pest animal control—
	(i)	a statement signed by the applicant to the effect that—
	(A)	the applicant has a genuine occupational need to use a category C or category D firearm for the purposes of vertebrate pest animal control; and
	(B)	the occupational need cannot be satisfied by the use of a firearm that is not prohibited; and
	(C)	the applicant will not use the firearm to which the application relates except in connection with primary production or the genuine occupational need or for the purpose of protecting the environment from the affects of vertebrate pest animals; and
	(ii)	particulars or relevant documents (if any) that support the statements in subparagraph (i) (A) and (B);
	(h)	in relation to an applicant for a category H licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is business—
	(i)	a statement signed by the applicant to the effect that—
	(A)	in the ordinary course of the applicant’s business the applicant receives, carries or escorts not less than the prescribed value of money or valuables at not less than the prescribed frequency; and
	(B)	the applicant intends to continue carrying on the business for the next 12 months; and
	(C)	the applicant has passed an examination in the safe handling and use of a category H firearm conducted by an authorised instructor; and
	(ii)	particulars or relevant documents (if any) supporting the applicant’s statements;
	(j)	in relation to an initial application for a category H licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is employment by a security business—a certificate from the person in charge of a security business stating—
	(i)	that the applicant is employed, or is to be employed, by the business and will be required to possess a category H firearm in the course of that employment; and
	(ii)	whether the applicant will be required to wear a uniform or not; and
	(iii)	whether the applicant will be required to carry the firearm concealed or whether it will be visible to the public;
	(k)	in relation to an application for the renewal of a category H licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is employment by a security business—
	(i)	a certificate from a person in charge of a security business that employs the applicant stating that the particulars provided in relation to the initial application for the licence are still correct or, if they are not, how they have changed; and
	(ii)	a document that establishes that the applicant has passed an examination in the safe handling and use of a category H firearm conducted by an authorised instructor within the period of 90 days immediately prior to the date of the application;
	(m)	in relation to an initial application for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is employment by other than a security business—
	(i)	the name of the employer and a description of the business of the employer; and
	(ii)	a statement signed by or on behalf of the employer to the effect that—
	(A)	the employer employs or intends to employ the applicant; and
	(B)	the applicant will be required to use or possess a category A or category B firearm in the course of that employment;
	(n)	in relation to an application for the renewal of a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is employment by other than a security business—a certificate from the applicant’s employer stating that the particulars provided in relation to the initial application are still correct or, if they are not, how they have changed;
	(o)	in relation to an applicant for a category C licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is employment (other than by a security business) or occupational requirements relating to rural purposes—
	(i)	a statement signed by the applicant to the effect that—
	(A)	the applicant has a genuine occupational need to use a category C firearm that, if relevant, relates to rural purposes; and
	(B)	the need cannot be satisfied by using a firearm that is not prohibited; and
	(C)	the firearm will be used solely in connection with the applicant’s occupation; and
	(ii)	particulars or documents (if any) supporting subparagraph (i) (A) and (B);
	(p)	in relation to an initial application for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is occupational requirements relating to rural purposes—
	(i)	a signed statement from a person to the effect that—
	(A)	the applicant is employed by the person in a rural occupation; and
	(B)	for the purposes of that employment the applicant is required to use or possess a category A or category B firearm;
	(ii)	the name (if any), location and size of any property on which the applicant will be employed; and
	(iii)	the approximate hours and days on which the applicant will be employed;
	(q)	in relation to an application for the renewal of a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is occupational requirements relating to rural purposes—a statement signed by the applicant’s employer stating that the particulars provided in relation to the initial application are still correct or, if they are not, how they have changed;
	(r)	in relation to an initial application for a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is animal welfare and the applicant is a prescribed person—
	(i)	particulars of the location where the applicant is employed or works; and
	(ii)	a statement signed by the applicant’s employer or, if the applicant is not employed by another person, by the applicant stating that the applicant is required to possess a firearm for the purposes of his or her occupation;
	(s)	in relation to an application for the renewal of a category A or category B licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is for animal welfare and the applicant is a prescribed person—a signed statement from the employer of the applicant or, if the applicant is not employed by another person, by the applicant confirming that the applicant is still required to possess a firearm in accordance with the initial application or outlining any changes to the particulars contained in that application;
	(t)	in relation to an applicant whose genuine reason for possessing or using a firearm is firearms collection—
	(i)	a document that establishes that the applicant is a member of a collectors club or association approved by the registrar; and
	(ii)	particulars that demonstrate that the applicant’s collection has significant commemorative, thematic or investment value;
	(u)	in relation to an application for a category A or category B licence by a composite entity that carries on business in the Territory as a security organisation—
	(i)	a certified copy of the certificate of registration of business name issued in respect of it under the Business Names Act 1963, section 7; and
	(ii)	particulars of the core functions of the business carried on by the entity; and
	(iii)	particulars of why the entity needs to possess firearms and the number and type of firearms required; and
	(iv)	the name, title and business address of the person nominated by the entity to hold the licence; and
	(v)	the name and position of any employee of the entity who will be required to use or possess a firearm during the course of his or her employment;
	(w)	in relation to the firearm that is the subject of the application for an heirlooms licence—
	(i)	the age of the firearm; and
	(ii)	the type of firearm; and
	(iii)	how the firearm came into the possession of the family; and
	(iv)	the length of time that the firearm has been in the possession of the family.
	(2)	For subregulation (1) (h) (i) (A)—
	(a)	the prescribed value of money or valuables is $30 000; and
	(b)	the prescribed frequency is once per month.
	(3)	For subregulation (1) (r) and (s) the following persons are prescribed:
	(a)	an officer of, or volunteer working for, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals;
	(b)	a veterinary surgeon;
	(c)	a person employed by or within an administrative unit with responsibilities for animal welfare;
	(d)	a drover or a person who, because he or she transports, handles or otherwise deals with animals, may be required to destroy an animal. 
7	Government agencies—vertebrate pest animal control
For paragraph (b) of the item relating to vertebrate pest animal control in the Act, section 23 (4), table, the Department of Urban Services is prescribed.
8	Category C licences—restrictions on issue
For the Act, section 25 (b), evidence of the size of a person’s property, the number of properties involved, the size and potential threat presented by any particular feral animal or vertebrate pest animal and the proximity of any relevant property to a residential area are prescribed in relation to a person who is a grazier or farmer and whose genuine reason is primary production.
9	Rendering firearm incapable of being fired
For the Act, section 37 (a), the prescribed manner of rendering a firearm (other than a category C or category D firearm) incapable of being fired is to render it temporarily inoperable—
	(a)	by the removal and separate secure storage of the bolt or the firing pin; or
	(b)	if removal and storage in accordance with paragraph (a) is not practicable—by the use of an appropriate trigger lock.
10	Terms of licences
For the Act, section 38, the period of 2 years is prescribed in relation to a licence for any category of firearm where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is 1 of the following:
	(a)	vertebrate pest animal control;
	(b)	business or employment;
	(c)	occupational requirements relating to rural purposes;
	(d)	animal welfare;
	(e)	composite entity.
10A	Temporary recognition of interstate licences
	(1)	The following purpose is prescribed for the Act, section 43 (a) (ii), namely, to conduct an airgun shooting gallery—
	(a)	at the National Exhibition Centre during the period determined by the Royal National Capital Agricultural Society for the holding of the Royal Canberra Show; or
	(b)	during the period determined by ACT Festivals Incorporated for the holding of the Canberra National Multicultural Festival.
	(2)	For the Act, section 43 (2) and 43 (3) (b), the prescribed conditions for the possession or use of a firearm are—
	(a)	that the person complies with the provisions of the Act, part 5, and any requirements prescribed for that part, applicable to a firearm of a kind to which the corresponding category A, category B, category C or category H licence issued in the Territory applies; and
	(b)	that the person shall not permit any other person to possess or use any firearm in his or her possession if that other person is not authorised to possess or use the firearm.
	(3)	For the Act, section 43 (3) (b), the prescribed requirements are that—
	(a)	the person—
	(i)	on 15 November 1996—
	(A)	possessed a semiautomatic or pump action shotgun for use in clay target competition; and
	(B)	was a member of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association; and
	(ii)	is a member of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association; or
	(b)	the person’s application for a licence in the State or Territory that issued the licence was supported by a statement in writing from an officer of a club affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association, that satisfied the person holding or performing the duties of the office in that State or Territory that corresponds to the registrar, that the applicant is physically unable to compete in clay target competition unless he or she uses a semiautomatic or pump action shotgun.
Division 2.2	Conditions of licences
11	Category A, category B, category C or category H
For the Act, section 36 (3), it is a condition of a category A, category B, category C and category H licence where the genuine reason for possessing or using the firearm is sport or target shooting, recreational hunting or vermin control that the licensee ensure that, within 30 days of the end of each calendar year, the registrar is provided with written evidence from an approved club that satisfies the registrar that the licensee is a financial member and an active member of the club.
12	Category H licences for business
	(1)	For the Act, section 36 (3), the following conditions are prescribed in relation to a category H licence where the genuine reason is business:
	(a)	the licensee shall pass an examination in the safe handling and use of a category H firearm conducted by an authorised instructor at least once in every 12 month period for which the licence is in force;
	(b)	the licensee shall, within 7 days after the expiration of the prescribed period, give the registrar a written report containing particulars of the occasions on which the firearm was carried in connection with the business within the prescribed period;
	(c)	the licensee shall not possess more than 1 category H firearm.
	(2)	For subregulation (1) (b), the period of 6 months commencing on the day on which the licence is issued and each successive period of 6 months are prescribed.
13	Category H licences for employment
For the Act, section 36 (3), the following conditions are prescribed in relation to a category H licence where the genuine reason is employment:
	(a)	the licensee shall pass an examination in the safe handling and use of a category H firearm conducted by an authorised instructor at least once in every 12 month period for which the licence is in force;
	(b)	a licensee shall not undertake an examination referred to in paragraph (a) that he or she has failed 3 times;
	(c)	a licensee who has failed an examination referred to in paragraph (a) shall pass that examination within a period of 14 days after the day on which the first failure occurred.
14	Composite entity licences
For the Act, section 36 (3), the prescribed condition in relation to a composite entity licence is that the licensee shall notify the registrar that a person who was an employee required to use or possess a firearm during the course of his or her employment with the composite entity has ceased to be so employed within 14 days after the day on which the employment ceases.
15	Firearms dealer licences
	(1)	For the Act, section 36 (3), the condition prescribed in relation to a firearms dealer licence is that the licensee shall not operate as a firearms dealer at premises other than the premises specified in the licence unless the registrar has approved a written application from the licensee to do so or unless otherwise authorised.
	(2)	The registrar shall assess an application referred to in subregulation (1) as if it were an application for a firearms dealer licence and may refuse to approve the application accordingly.
16	Club armourers
For the Act, section 36 (3), the following conditions are prescribed in relation to a firearms dealer licence where the licensee has been issued the licence for the purpose of being a club armourer:
	(a)	the licensee shall only buy, sell or transfer firearms or firearm parts from or to persons—
	(i)	who are members of the approved club of which the licensee is the armourer; or
	(ii)	who are members of an approved club which is visiting that club;
	(b)	the licensee shall not make a profit from a transaction referred to in paragraph (a).
17	Collectors licences
For the Act, section 36 (3), the following conditions are prescribed in relation to a collectors licence:
	(a)	a licensee shall not display any part of the collection without a permit to do so;
	(b)	a licensee shall not dispose of a firearm other than a category C or category D firearm to a person other than a licensed firearms dealer or licensed collector.
18	Heirlooms licences
	(1)	For the Act, section 36 (3), the following conditions are prescribed in relation to an heirlooms licence:
	(a)	a licensee shall not possess ammunition for an heirloom held under the licence unless authorised to do so by the registrar;
	(b)	a licensee shall not display an heirloom without a permit to do so.
	(2)	The registrar may authorise a person holding an heirlooms licence to possess ammunition for the heirloom and may specify the amount of ammunition that the licensee is authorised to possess.
Division 2.3	Firearms dealer licences
19	Restrictions on issue
	(1)	The registrar shall refuse to issue a firearms dealer licence to an applicant unless satisfied that—
	(a)	the applicant is carrying on, or intends to carry on, the business of a firearms dealer at the relevant premises specified in the application; and
	(b)	those premises are suitable for carrying on the business of a firearms dealer.
	(2)	In considering whether premises are suitable for subregulation (1) (b), the registrar shall have regard to the following considerations:
	(a)	the nature of the activities conducted, or proposed to be conducted, on the premises;
	(b)	the types of firearms to which the licence relates;
	(c)	whether adequate provision has been made for the safekeeping of firearms by means of safes, strongrooms or some other method;
	(d)	the security of the premises against unauthorised entry;
	(e)	in relation to a licence that authorises the testing of firearms on the premises—whether an efficient bullet recovery box or bullet stop is provided on the premises.
20	Recording transactions
For the Act, section 68 (2) (e), the following particulars are prescribed:
	(a)	in relation to each firearm that is the subject of a transaction—
	(i)	the manufacturer; and
	(ii)	the model; and
	(iii)	a description of the firing action; and
	(iv)	the calibre; and
	(v)	the serial number;
	(b)	the date of birth of the other person;
	(c)	if the other person is authorised to possess the firearm or part by a licence issued in a State or another Territory—the type of licence and the name of the issuing jurisdiction;
	(d)	if the dealer receives a firearm or part for modification or repair—a description of the modification or repair requested and provided;
	(e)	in relation to the sale or transfer of a firearm that was manufactured by the dealer—the date of completion of manufacture.
21	Additional requirements for licensed firearms dealers
	(1)	A licensed firearms dealer who has, or acquires, possession of a firearm that is not separately and clearly numbered shall immediately notify the registrar in writing that he or she possesses that firearm or spare barrel.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(2)	Where the registrar serves notice on a licensed firearms dealer, the licensee shall produce for inspection by a police officer in accordance with the notice any firearm to which the licence relates (other than a category A or category B firearm).
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(3)	A licensed firearms dealer shall state or display his or her licence number in any advertisement by or on behalf of the dealer for the dealer’s firearms business.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(4)	Where a sale is made through a licensed firearms dealer, the dealer shall make a record as if the dealer had sold the firearm. 
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.

Part 3	Permits
    
22	Theatrical and other productions
	(1)	The registrar may authorise the possession or use of a firearm by permit if—
	(a)	a theatrical or dramatic production or an historical re-enactment in which a firearm is used is being staged by a theatrical, dramatic or historical society; and
	(b)	the person to whom the permit is to be issued is a performer in, or a member of the society staging, the production or re-enactment; and
	(c)	the person possesses the firearm for the purposes of the production or re-enactment; and
	(d)	the firearm is—
	(i)	lent or let on hire for the purpose of the production or re-enactment by a person on whose licence the firearm is registered; or
	(ii)	registered or endorsed on the licence of a person referred to in paragraph (b); or
	(iii)	lent or let on hire by a person who is ordinarily resident in  a State or another Territory who is legally in possession of that firearm under the law of that State or Territory.
	(2)	A permit issued in accordance with subregulation (1) does not authorise the use of ammunition other than blank ammunition in the relevant firearm.
	(3)	Where the registrar issues a permit by virtue of subregulation (1), the registrar shall ensure that the purpose for which the permit is issued is endorsed on it.
24	Authorisation of possession and use of tranquilliser firearms
	(1)	The registrar may authorise the possession and use of a tranquilliser firearm by permit if satisfied that the possession and use is a necessary part of the occupation of the applicant.
	(2)	A permit to possess and use a tranquilliser firearm authorises the person named in it to use the firearm only in the ordinary course of the person’s occupation.
	(3)	A permit to possess and use a tranquilliser firearm may authorise persons other than the applicant to possess and use a tranquilliser firearm and where it does so, each authorised person shall be specified in the permit.
	(4)	In subregulation (1):
tranquilliser firearm means a firearm designed for use in tranquillising, immobilising or administering vaccines or medication to an animal.
25	Acquisition, possession and use of powerheads
	(1)	The registrar may issue a permit for the acquisition, possession or use of a device commonly known as a powerhead if satisfied that the applicant’s acquisition, possession or use of the device will be for an occupational purpose or for a marine recreational purpose.
	(2)	A permit to acquire, possess or use a device commonly known as a powerhead may authorise persons other than the applicant to acquire, possess or use the device and where it does so, each authorised person shall be specified in the permit.
26	Arms fairs
	(1)	The registrar may, by permit, authorise the use by a licensed firearms dealer of specified premises for the purposes of an arms fair if satisfied that the premises are suitable for the purpose.
	(2)	In considering whether premises are suitable for the purposes of subregulation (1), the registrar shall have regard to the considerations specified in regulation 19 (2).
	(3)	A permit under subregulation (1)—
	(a)	shall specify the time during which the arms dealer is authorised to hold the arms fair; and
	(b)	authorises any person exhibiting on the premises during the fair to deal with the firearms exhibited in accordance with the firearms dealer licence of the permit holder.
	(4)	In this regulation:
arms fair means a fair at which firearms and related items are exhibited and dealt with in accordance with the firearms dealer licence of the permit holder.
27	Acquisition and possession of war souvenirs
For the Act, section 45 (f), the registrar may, by permit, authorise the acquisition and possession by an applicant of an inoperable firearm if satisfied that the firearm is a souvenir of a war theatre with which the applicant has, or a relative of the applicant has or had, a real connection.
28	Prescribed offences
For the Act, section 46 (3) (a), a prescribed offence is an indictable offence involving actual or threatened violence or the use of a firearm.
29	 Applications for permits
	(1)	For the Act, section 47 (1), the prescribed manner of making an application is—
	(a)	for a permit under the Act, section 45A—by lodging it at the Firearms Registry in accordance with subregulation (2); or
	(b)	for any other permit—by lodging it personally at the Firearms Registry.
	(2)	An application for a permit under the Act, section 45A shall—
	(a)	be lodged at the Firearms Registry—
	(i)	not less than 30 days before the applicant’s arrival in the Territory; or 
	(ii)	within such shorter period as the registrar allows, if the registrar is satisfied that exceptional circumstances prevent, or have prevented, compliance with subparagraph (i);
	(b)	include the following information:
	(i)	the applicant’s name, date of birth and residential address in the country in which the applicant resides;
	(ii)	the applicant’s passport number, country of issue and date of expiry;
	(iii)	the number of the applicant’s visa (if any) and its date of expiry;
	(iv)	the number of the applicant’s firearms licence (if any), its country of issue and date of expiry;
	(v)	if the applicant is not the holder of a firearms licence—a certificate signed by the authority responsible for authorising possession or use of firearms in the applicant’s country of residence to the effect that the applicant is lawfully entitled to possess or use in that country the type of firearm for which the permit is sought;
	(vi)	the make, model, calibre, action and serial number of the firearm for which the permit is sought;
	(vii)	if the applicant intends to import more than 1 firearm into Australia‑details of the special need for the additional firearm;
	(viii)	the purpose for which the permit is required;
	(ix)	if the applicant intends to participate in a shooting competition in Australia—the date and location of the competition;
	(x)	the intended period of the applicant’s stay in Australia; 
	(xi)	whether or not the applicant, in the Territory, a State, another Territory or another country—
	(A)	has, within the period of 10 years before the application for the permit is made, been convicted of an offence prescribed for the Act, section 46 (3) (a), whether or not the offence is an offence under a law of the Territory; or
	(B)	is, or has been at any time within 10 years before the application for the permit is made, subject to an order or other restriction having the same or substantially the same effect as a protection order under the Domestic Violence Act 1986 (other than an order or other restriction which has been revoked); or
	(C)	is subject to a recognisance to keep the peace or to a requirement having the same or substantially the same effect; or
	(D)	is subject to an order or other restriction having the same or substantially the same effect as a firearms protection order; and
	(c)	include the following documents:
	(i)	a copy of the applicant’s passport that shows the information required under paragraph (b) (ii);
	(ii)	2 passport size portrait photographs of the applicant;
	(iii)	3 samples of the applicant’s signature.
	(3)	For the Act, section 46 (5), the registrar may refuse to issue a permit if he or she is not satisfied as to the identity of the applicant.
29A	International visitors—form of temporary permits
For the Act, section 47 (2), a permit issued under the Act, section 45A shall include—
	(a)	the permit holder’s name and residential address; and
	(b)	the purpose for which the firearm may be possessed or used; and
	(c)	the category of licence that would be required to possess or use the firearm in the Territory; and
	(d)	the make, model, calibre and serial number of the firearm for which the permit is issued; and
	(e)	the conditions to which the permit is subject; and
	(f)	the permit’s expiry date; and
	(g)	the name and telephone number of the issuing authority; and
	(h)	a recent photograph of the permit holder.
30	Photograph on permits
	(1)	Subject to subregulation (2), a permit shall, unless otherwise determined by the registrar, contain a recent photograph of the permit holder (such photograph being obtained in accordance with arrangements determined by the registrar).
	(2)	This regulation does not apply to a permit issued under the Act, section 45A.
30A	International visitors—conditions of permits or authorisations
	(1)	For the Act, section 47 (3) (a), the following are the conditions of a permit issued under the Act, section 45A:
	(a)	that the person possess or use a firearm only for the purpose stated in the permit;
	(b)	that the person comply with the provisions of the Act, part 5, and any requirements prescribed for that part, that are applicable to a firearm of a kind to which the corresponding category A, category B, category C or category H licence issued in the Territory applies;
	(c)	that the person not permit any other person to possess or use any firearm in his or her possession if that other person is not authorised to possess or use the firearm;
	(d)	that the person carry the permit when he or she is in possession of or using the firearm to which the permit relates and produces the permit to a police officer on request.
	(2)	For the Act, section 49A (2) (b), the prescribed conditions are the conditions specified in subregulations (1) (a) to (d).
31	Minors firearms
For the Act, section 49 (2) (a), the age of 12 years is prescribed.

Part 4	Registration
    
32	Register of firearms
The following information is required to be included in the register in relation to each registered firearm:
	(a)	the name, address, date of birth and gender of the person in whose name the firearm is registered;
	(b)	particulars of the grant of the licence or permit for the firearm and of any renewal, suspension, cancellation or surrender of that licence or permit;
	(c)	the identifying number of any spare barrel for the firearm where that barrel and the firearm are of a different calibre;
	(d)	the State or Territory which licensed or authorised the person in whose name the firearm is registered;
	(e)	the date on which the person in whose name the firearm is or was registered acquired it and disposed of it and the name and address of the person from whom it was acquired.
33	Registration of firearms
A change in particulars relating to the person in whose name a firearm is registered shall be recorded in writing or as otherwise approved by the registrar.
34	Unregistered firearms
For the Act, section 53 (2), the period of 7 days is prescribed.
35	Requirements relating to registered firearms
	(1)	Particulars of the sale, loss or theft of a firearm to be provided to the registrar shall be in writing and include the following:
	(a)	in the case of a firearm that has been sold—the date of the sale and the name and licence details of the licensed firearms dealer or other person to whom the firearm was sold;
	(b)	in any other case—the date of the loss or theft, the circumstances of the loss or theft and particulars relating to the identification of the firearm.
	(2)	For the Act, section 54 (2), the following particulars are prescribed:
	(a)	either—
	(i)	the make and serial number of the firearm acquired; or
	(ii)	the identifying number allotted to the firearm by the registrar;
	(b)	the identifying number of any spare barrel for the firearm;
	(c)	the number of the licence or permit authorising the person who acquired the firearm to possess it;
	(d)	the number of the person’s permit to acquire the firearm;
	(e)	the name and address of the person from whom the firearm was acquired;
	(f)	the date of acquisition.

Part 5	Safekeeping of firearms
Division 5.1	Security and safe storage
36	Category A and category B licences
For the Act, section 63 (1) (c), the prescribed requirement in relation to the security and safe storage of a category A or category B firearm is that the firing mechanism of the firearm shall be removed and stored separately from the firearm if at all possible.
37	Category C, category D and category H licences
	(1)	For the Act, section 64 (1) (c), the installation of an intruder alarm is prescribed in relation to the security and safe storage of a category D firearm by a person holding a category D licence.
	(2)	An intruder alarm referred to in subregulation (1) shall—
	(a)	include—
	(i)	a space movement detector that uses a microwave, passive infra-red, ultrasonic or similar system of detection; and
	(ii)	an external noise maker that sounds when the alarm is activated; and
	(b)	be connected to the mains power with a battery backup in case of power failure.
38	Collectors of firearms—category A and category B firearms
	(1)	A person who holds a collectors licence shall ensure that the category A and category B firearms specified in the licence are kept in accordance with this regulation.
	(2)	Where not more than 10 category A or category B firearms are specified in the licence—
	(a)	the firearms shall be kept in a metal lockable container (being a ‘Brownbuilt’ or similar type) and the firing mechanisms shall be kept in a separate lockable metal drawer or container which may be external or internal to the metal lockable container; or
	(b)	the firearms shall be kept in a security container that is constructed of a recognised hardwood and lined with steel sheeting, the door of which is fitted with metal hinges and either—
	(i)	an appropriate deadlock; or
	(ii)	2 sliding bolts fitted with padlocks of an appropriate strength.
	(3)	If a container referred to in subregulation (2) (other than a container for firing mechanisms) weighs less than 150kg when empty, it shall be fixed to the floor or wall with no fewer than 2 appropriate anchor bolts.
	(4)	Where more than 10 category A or category B firearms are specified in the licence, the firearms shall be stored in a metal safe or a concrete or brick safe of a type described in regulation 39 (3).
39	Collectors of firearms—category C, category D and category H firearms
	(1)	A person who holds a collectors licence shall ensure that the category C, category D and category H firearms specified in the licence are kept in accordance with this regulation.
	(2)	The firearms shall be kept in a metal safe or a concrete or brick safe.
	(3)	A safe referred to in subregulation (2) shall—
	(a)	in the case of a metal safe—
	(i)	be constructed of structural grade mild steel that conforms with Australian Standard 3678:1996 grade 250 and is not less than 3mm thick; and
	(ii)	be constructed with continuous welding of all edges; and
	(b)	in any other case—be constructed of reinforced concrete, double brick or reinforced besser blocks that are not less than 140mm thick; and
	(c)	be fitted with a door—
	(i)	constructed of structural grade mild steel that conforms with Australian Standard 3678:1996 grade 250 and is not less than 3mm thick and that is swung on either—
	(A)	concealed pivots; or
	(B)	externally mounted sealed end hinges welded to the door and body of the container; and
	(ii)	that is flush fitting with a clearance around it of no more than 1mm; and
	(d)	if the door is hinged—have a fixed locking bar or dogging bolts welded to the inside face of the door near the hinge edge that engages or engage in a rebate in the container body when the door is closed; and
	(e)	be fitted with a 5 lever key deadlock or a locking mechanism that provides at least equivalent security; and
	(f)	be constructed with a full length steel rebate welded to the side of the container body, the locking edge of which will receive the deadlock of the locking mechanism.
	(4)	A metal safe referred to in subregulation (2) shall be mounted on a wall or on the floor as follows:
	(a)	if mounted on brick—the safe shall be attached by at least 2 Loxin anchor type high tensile bolts with a diameter of 52mm x 16mm and a 10mm thread;
	(b)	if mounted on concrete or stone—the safe shall be attached by at least 2 Dyna type bolts and expanding anchors with a diameter of 70mm x 12mm and a 10mm thread that are internally fitted through holes in the rear or bottom of the container that conform with the manufacturer’s specifications;
	(c)	if mounted on wall studs or floor joists—
	(i)	it shall be attached flush against the timber or plaster surfaces by 2 steel hexagonal head coach screws that are not less than 8mm in diameter x 50mm in length and are internally fitted through holes in the rear or bottom of the container that conform with the manufacturer’s specifications; and
	(ii)	the container, timber floor or plaster wall surfaces shall be recessed in such a way that there is no airspace between the surfaces and the container, with the rear bottom edge of the container being recessed into skirting board.
	(5)	A locking mechanism referred to in subregulation (3) (e) shall be securely fixed to the rear face of the door of the container by retaining screws and a metal strap overlapping, or enclosing, the locking case with each end welded to the rear door face.
40	Firearms dealer licences
	(1)	A firearms dealer shall ensure that any firearm in his or her possession is stored in accordance with this regulation.
	(2)	A category A or category B firearm may be on permanent display if—
	(a)	it is locked securely in a padlocked rack which is permanently attached to a wall; and
	(b)	it is securely attached to the rack by means of a stainless steel cable that—
	(i)	is not less than 3 mm in diameter; and
	(ii)	passes through the trigger guard; and
	(iii)	is securely fixed at the end that is not attached to the rack by a padlock of an appropriate strength; and
	(c)	when business ceases for the day, a security grille metal shutter, the rods of which are not less than 5mm in diameter, is fixed to the rack with padlocks of appropriate strength at each end. 
	(3)	A category C or category H firearm shall, unless being inspected by a customer, be securely locked in a metal safe or a concrete or brick safe of a type described in regulation 39 (3).
	(4)	Any perimeter doors of premises on which any firearms are stored shall be of solid construction, securely hinged in stout framework and fitted with a mortice or a deadlock.
	(5)	Any perimeter window or skylight of premises on which any firearms are stored shall be fitted with a security grille.
	(6)	The premises on which any firearms are stored shall be fitted with an intruder alarm—
	(a)	that includes—
	(i)	a space movement detector that uses a microwave, passive infra-red, ultrasonic or similar system of detection; and
	(ii)	an external noise maker that sounds when the alarm is activated; and
	(b)	is connected to the mains power with a battery backup in case of power failure; and
	(c)	in the case of premises that include a shopfront—is monitored directly by a private security company.
Division 5.2	Displays
41	Permanent displays
	(1)	A licensee shall not display a firearm for a period greater than 30 days unless the display complies with the requirements specified in this regulation or regulation 43.
	(2)	A firearm shall not be displayed other than in a cabinet—
	(a)	that is lockable; and
	(b)	the parts of which that are not glass panelling are of solid timber or metal construction; and
	(c)	that contains no glass panelling other than glass panelling that is at least 7.5mm thick and is laminated.
	(3)	A firearm shall be securely fixed in the cabinet by means of a stainless steel cable that—
	(a)	is not less than 3mm in diameter; and
	(b)	is securely attached to the side or bottom of the cabinet; and
	(c)	passes through the trigger guard; and
	(d)	is fixed at the end that is not attached to the cabinet by a padlock of an appropriate strength.
	(4)	If practicable, the bolt or firing mechanism shall be removed from the firearm.
	(5)	A firearm shall not be displayed on premises if the licensee, the owner and any lawful occupier of the premises on which the firearm is displayed will be absent from the premises for a period of more than 72 hours.
42	Temporary displays
	(1)	A licensee shall not display a firearm for a period of 30 days or less unless the display complies with the requirements specified in this regulation or regulation 43.
	(2)	The firearm shall be displayed on a solid wood or metal bench.
	(3)	The firearm shall be securely fixed to the bench by means of a stainless steel cable that—
	(a)	is not less than 3mm in diameter; and
	(b)	passes through the trigger guard of the firearm; and
	(c)	is fixed to the bench by a padlock of an appropriate strength.
	(4)	If practicable, the bolt or firing mechanism shall be removed from the firearm.
	(5)	If fewer than 6 firearms are on display, a person with an appropriate licence for each category of firearm displayed shall be present at all times when the firearms are displayed.
	(6)	If more than 6 firearms are on display, 2 persons, each of whom has an appropriate licence for each category of firearm displayed, shall be present at all times when the firearms are displayed.
43	Wall displays
	(1)	A firearm shall not be displayed on a wall except in accordance with this regulation.
	(2)	The firearm shall be permanently inoperable in accordance with the registrar’s guidelines.
	(3)	The firearm shall be permanently fixed to a solid wood or metal frame by—
	(a)	welding; or
	(b)	by the use of no fewer than 4 steel hexagonal head bolts of not less than 8mm in diameter and 50mm in length, with the nut for each being spot welded to the bolt on the side adjacent to the wall.
	(4)	The wood or metal frame referred to in subregulation (3) shall be fixed to the wall as follows:
	(a)	if mounted on brick—the frame shall be attached by at least 2 Loxin anchor type high tensile bolts with a diameter of 52mm x 16mm and a 10mm thread;
	(b)	if mounted on concrete or stone—the frame shall be attached by at least 2 Dyna type bolts with a diameter of 70mm x 12mm and a 10mm thread and expanding anchors;
	(c)	if mounted on wall studs—it shall be attached flush against the timber or plaster surfaces by 2 steel hexagonal head coach screws that are not less than 8mm in diameter and 50mm in length.
	(5)	The firearm shall not be mounted less than—
	(a)	2m above ground level if mounted in a private residence; or
	(b)	3m above ground level if mounted in other than a private residence.

Part 6	Exemptions
    
44	Certain persons
	(1)	An inspector within the meaning of the Dangerous Goods Act 1975 does not require authorisation by licence or permit to be in possession of or to use a prohibited firearm referred to in the Act, schedule 1, item 15 during the ordinary course of his or her duties as an inspector.
	(2)	An officer or employee of—
	(a)	Environment Australia; or
	(b)	ACT Parks and Conservation; or
	(c)	the Australian National University; or
	(d)	the University of Canberra;
does not require authorisation by licence or permit to be in possession of or to use a prohibited firearm referred to in the Act, schedule 1, item 15 that is capable of propelling a bird net during the ordinary course of his or her duties as an officer or employee.
45	Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd, officers and employees
	(1)	The requirements of the Act do not apply to—
	(a)	Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd; or
	(b)	an officer of Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd acting in that capacity; or
	(c)	an employee of Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd acting in that capacity;
while he, she or it complies with arrangements for the security and storage of firearms approved in writing by the registrar.
	(2)	An approval under subregulation (1) is not effective until notified to Australian Defence Industries Pty Ltd. 
46	Paint pellet guns
	(1)	The Minister may, in writing, authorise a body to operate a paint pellet range.
	(2)	The Minister shall not authorise a body under subregulation (1) unless—
	(a)	its business name is registered under the Business Names Act 1963, section 7; and
	(b)	the registrar has notified the Minister in writing that the registrar is satisfied that the body would be a fit and proper person to hold a licence; and
	(c)	the Minister is satisfied that it is in the public interest to do so.
	(3) 	An authorisation under subregulation (1) is a notifiable instrument.
Note	A notifiable instrument must be notified under the Legislation Act 2001.
	(4)	An authorised body is exempt from the requirements of the Act relating to the manufacture, possession and use of a firearm that is a paint pellet gun in the appropriate circumstances specified in subregulation (7).
	(5)	An employee of an authorised body is exempt from the requirements of the Act, section 16, to the extent that that section prohibits the possession and use of a firearm that is a paint pellet gun, in the circumstances specified in subregulation (8).
	(6)	A person participating in a paint pellet game conducted by an authorised body is exempt from the requirements of the Act, section 16, to the extent that that section prohibits the possession and use of a firearm that is a paint pellet gun, in the circumstances specified in subregulation (9).
	(7)	For subregulation (4), the circumstances are—
	(a)	in relation to manufacture, importation, acquisition or possession of a paint pellet gun—that the dealing would not result in the authorised body possessing more than the number of such firearms possession of which by the body has been approved in writing by the registrar; and
	(b)	in relation to possession and use of a paint pellet gun—
	(i)	that, when not in use, the firearm is stored securely in a manner approved by the registrar; and
	(ii)	that the firearm bears, in a permanent form, an identification number of which the registrar has been notified; and
	(iii)	that the firearm is used on a paint pellet range; and
	(iv)	that no person under 18 years of age is given possession of such a firearm; and
	(v)	that no person apparently under the influence of alcohol or drugs is given possession of such a firearm; and
	(vi)	the registrar is satisfied that any person who supervises or instructs persons in the use of such a firearm is suitably qualified; and
	(c)	in relation to sale, exportation or other disposition of a paint pellet gun—that any dealing with the firearm is approved in writing by the registrar.
	(8)	For subregulation (5), the circumstances are that the firearm is in the employee’s possession in the course of employment with the authorised body, being employment related to the organisation or supervision of a paint pellet game.
	(9)	For subregulation (6), the circumstances are—
	(a)	that the firearm is in the person’s possession with the knowledge and approval of the authorised body; and
	(b)	that the person is participating, within the rules of the game, in a paint pellet game conducted by the body.
	(10)	In this regulation:
authorised body means a body authorised under subregulation (1).
paint pellet gun means a firearm capable of discharging by any means a paint or dye marking pellet.
paint pellet range means an area of land approved in writing by the Minister for the purpose of conducting paint pellet games.
47	Lending for competition
A person is exempt from the Act, section 36 (2) (b) if he or she lends a firearm to a person who holds a licence (being a licence on which the firearm is not endorsed) for the purpose of enabling the person to whom the firearm is lent to take part or to continue to take part in competitions in, or activities relating to, the use of such firearms if the competition or activity is conducted by or in association with an approved club on the premises of the club.

Part 7	Miscellaneous
    
48	Dimensions of pistols
For the Act, section 4, definition of pistol, paragraph (b), the prescribed dimensions are—
	(a)	in relation to a firearm that has no stock—a barrel that is 40cm in length; or
	(b)	in any other case—an overall length of 70cm.
49	Prescribed sporting organisations
For the Act, section 6A (d) (i) and (ii), the following sporting organisations are prescribed:
	(a)	ACT Athletics Inc.;
	(b)	ACT Cross Country Inc.;
	(c)	The ACT Gun Dog Society Incorporated;
	(d)	ACT Little Athletics Association Inc.;
	(e)	ACT Veterans Athletics Club Inc.;
	(f)	Canberra Yacht Club;
	(g)	Yachting Association of NSW (ACT Zone committee).
50	Approval of ranges
Where the registrar approves a range in accordance with the Act, section 14 (2), that approval is valid for a period of 2 years commencing on the date on which the approval occurs.
51	Restrictions on sale and purchase of firearms
For the Act, section 84 (1) (b), a sale shall be taken to have been arranged through a licensed firearms dealer if—
	(a)	it is conducted at the firearms dealer’s place of business; and
	(b)	the dealer acts as an intermediary in the sale; and
	(c)	the dealer is provided with such information as allows him or her to keep a record of the transaction as if he or she had had possession of the firearm and had sold it.
52	Transporting prohibited firearms or pistols
For the Act, section 90, the following safety requirements are prescribed:
	(a)	the firearm shall not be loaded;
	(b)	the firearm shall be—
	(i)	kept separate from any ammunition; and
	(ii)	transported in a secure manner in the possession or control of a person on whose licence the firearm is specified.
53	Shortening firearms
For the Act, section 95, a firearm referred to in the Act, section 100 (2) (a), (b) or (c) shall only be taken to be shortened if it has the characteristics referred to in the Act, section 100 (3).
54	Identification of firearms
	(1)	The registrar may, by notice in writing served on a person who has possession of a firearm or a spare barrel of a different calibre from the firearm with which it is used, allot a number in respect of the firearm or spare barrel.
	(2)	A person shall not have possession of a firearm, or a spare barrel of a different calibre from the firearm with which it is used, for which a number has been allotted under subregulation (1) unless that number is imprinted on the firearm or barrel.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(3)	In subregulation (2):
imprinted—
	(a)	in the case of a firearm—means stamped or, if the registrar approves, engraved in an exposed position on the firearm in numerals not less than 2mm in height on the metal part of the barrel; or
	(b)	in the case of a spare barrel—stamped or imprinted on the outer surface of the barrel in numerals not less than 2mm in height on the metal part of the barrel.
55	Government agencies—obligations
	(1)	Where an employee of a government agency holds a licence or permit authorising possession or use of a firearm for the purposes of his or her employment with the agency the agency or, if the agency is not a corporation, the chief executive of the agency shall ensure that—
	(a)	this regulation is complied with; and
	(b)	the employee complies with regulation 56 (2).
	(2)	A firearm to which this regulation applies—
	(a)	shall be secured in such a manner as to reasonably prevent its removal other than by an employee authorised to possess it; and
	(b)	shall not be in the possession of an employee who is not authorised to possess it.
	(3)	The obligations in this regulation are in addition to any other obligation contained in these regulations.
56	Government agencies—employee obligations
	(1)	An employee of a government agency who holds a licence or permit to possess a firearm for the purposes of his or her employment with the agency shall ensure that he or she complies with this regulation.
Maximum penalty: 10 penalty units.
	(2)	An employee to whom this regulation applies shall undertake a course in firearms safety training approved by the registrar for this regulation at least once a year.
	(3)	Unless otherwise authorised in writing by the registrar, an employee to whom this regulation applies shall return the relevant firearm to the employer’s store of firearms at the end of each period of duty by the employee.
	(4)	The firearm, when in the possession of the employee and not in use, shall be carried in a holster worn by the employee.
	(5)	A holster referred to in subregulation (4)—
	(a)	shall be of a shape and size suitable for the shape and size of the firearm; and
	(b)	when worn in conjunction with a belt, shall be securely attached to the belt; and
	(c)	if concealed by clothing—may be of a type approved by the registrar that allows free access to the firearm; and
	(d)	if not concealed by clothing—shall—
	(i)	have a thumb-break safety strap, the trigger shall not be exposed and it shall be of a type approved by the registrar; or
	(ii)	have a complete covering flap that conceals the firearm from view.
	(6)	The registrar shall not authorise an employee to possess a firearm when not on duty unless satisfied that the firearm will be stored in accordance with the Act.
	(7)	A written authorisation for an employee to possess a firearm when not on duty is subject to the following conditions:
	(a)	when being transported to and from the place of employment the firearm shall be carried by the employee;
	(b)	when the employee is not on duty the firearm shall be stored at the employee’s place of residence;
	(c)	the employee shall comply with the requirements of the Act, part 5 in relation to the firearm.
57	Registers maintained by employers
	(1)	Where a person employs employees who are authorised by licence or permit to possess a firearm for the purpose of that employment, the person shall establish and maintain in a form approved by the registrar—
	(a)	a register that contains—
	(i)	in relation to each relevant firearm particulars of its acquisition, servicing and disposal (if any); and
	(ii)	particulars of the acquisition and disposal of ammunition by the employer; and 
	(b)	a register of names of each relevant employee and the period for which he or she has or had possession of a relevant firearm.
	(2)	Each register referred to in subregulation (1) shall be maintained in the following manner:
	(a)	it shall have not less than 100 pages, each of which has a machine printed heading and machine printed consecutive number;
	(b)	the pages shall be bound so as to prevent their easy removal;
	(c)	each entry is to be made in black or blue ink;
	(d)	any alteration shall be made by interlineation or striking out, not by erasure;
	(e)	no page shall be removed.
	(3)	An employer shall—
	(a)	ensure that each register is kept in a safe place (other than with any firearm to which it relates) at the place of employment; and
	(b)	keep each register for not less than 3 years after the date of the last entry in the register; and
	(c)	ensure that the relevant entry is made in the relevant register—
	(i)	within 24 hours after the acquisition, servicing or disposal of a firearm; and
	(ii)	at the time when a firearm or some ammunition is transferred from the employer to an employee and when it is returned to the employer.
	(4)	An employer shall comply with the requirements of this regulation.
Maximum penalty:  10 penalty units.
	(5)	In this regulation, a reference to an employer shall be taken to include a reference to a government agency or, in relation to a government agency that is not a corporation, the chief executive of the agency.

Endnotes
1	About the endnotes
Amending and modifying laws are annotated in the legislation history and the amendment history.  Current modifications are not included in the republished law but are set out in the endnotes.
Not all editorial amendments made under the Legislation Act 2001, part 11.3 are annotated in the amendment history.  Full details of any amendments can be obtained from the Parliamentary Counsel’s Office.
Uncommenced amending laws and expiries are listed in the legislation history and the amendment history.  These details are underlined.  Uncommenced provisions and amendments are not included in the republished law but are set out in the last endnote.
If all the provisions of the law have been renumbered, a table of renumbered provisions gives details of previous and current numbering.  
The endnotes also include a table of earlier republications.
If the republished law includes penalties, current information about penalty unit values appears on the republication inside front cover.
2	Abbreviation key

am = amended	ord = ordinance	
amdt = amendment	orig = original	
ch = chapter	p = page	
cl = clause	par = paragraph	
def = definition	pres = present	
dict = dictionary	prev = previous	
disallowed = disallowed by the Legislative 	(prev...) = previously	
Assembly	prov = provision	
div = division	pt = part	
exp = expires/expired	r = rule/subrule	
Gaz = Gazette	reg = regulation/subregulation	
hdg = heading	renum = renumbered	
IA = Interpretation Act 1967	reloc = relocated	
ins = inserted/added	R[X] = Republication No	
LA = Legislation Act 2001	RI = reissue	
LR = legislation register	s = section/subsection	
LRA = Legislation (Republication) Act 1996	sch = schedule	
mod = modified / modification	sdiv = subdivision	
No = number	sub = substituted	
num = numbered	SL  = Subordinate Law	
o = order	underlining = whole or part not commenced	
om = omitted/repealed	or to be expired	
3	Legislation history
The Firearms Regulations 1997 were originally the Firearms Regulations.  They were renamed by the Statute Law Amendment Act 2001 No 11 (see amdt 3.126).
Firearms Regulations 1997 No 13 (as am by Statute Law Amendment Act 2002 No 30 amdt 3.372)
notified 19 May 1997 (Gaz 1997 No S137)
commenced 19 May 1997 (reg 2 and see Act 2002 No 30 amdt 3.372)
as amended by
Firearms Regulations (Amendment) 1998 No 5
notified 18 February 1998 (Gaz 1998 No S74)
commenced 18 February 1998 (reg 1)
Firearms Regulations (Amendment) 1999 No 1
notified 24 February 1999 (Gaz 1999 No S9)
commenced 24 February 1999 (reg 1)
Firearms Regulations (Amendment) 1999 No 17
notified 15 September 1999 (Gaz 1999 No 37)
commenced 1 October 1999 (reg 1 and Gaz 1999 No 37)
Statute Law Amendment Act 2001 No 11 sch 3
notified 29 March 2001 (Gaz 2001 No 13)
commenced 29 March 2001 (s 2)
Legislation (Consequential Amendments) Act 2001 No 44 pt 149
notified 26 July 2001 (Gaz 2001 No 30)
s 1, s 2 commenced 26 July 2001 (IA s 10B)
pt 149 commenced 12 September 2001 (s 2 and see Gaz 2001 No S65)
Statute Law Amendment Act 2002 No 30 amdt 3.372
notified LR 16 September 2002
s 1, s 2 taken to have commenced 19 May 1997 (LA s 75 (2))
amdt 3.372 taken to have commenced 19 May 1997 (s 2 (2))
Note	This Act only amends the Firearms Regulations 1997 SL 1997 No 13.

4	Amendment history
Name of regulations
reg 1	sub Act 2001 No 11 amdt 3.126
Commencement
reg 2	om Act 2001 No 11 amdt 3.127
Interpretation
reg 3	am Act 2001 No 44 amdt 1.1700
	def Act om Act 2001 No 44 amdt 1.1701
Not firearms
reg 4	am 1999 No 17 sch; Act 2001 No 11 amdt 3.128
General provisions
div 2.1 hdg	(prev pt 2 div 1 hdg) renum R3 LA
Temporary recognition of interstate licences
reg 10A	ins 1998 No 5 reg 2
	sub 1999 No 1 reg 3
	om R1 (LRA)
	ins 1999 No 17 reg 3
Conditions of licences
div 2.2 hdg	(prev pt 2 div 2 hdg) renum R3 LA
Category A, category B, category C or category H
reg 11	am 1999 No 17 sch
Firearms dealers licences
div 2.3 hdg	(prev pt 2 div 3 hdg) renum R3 LA
Authorisation of visiting international licensed shooters
reg 23	om 1999 No 17 reg 4
Applications for permits
reg 29	sub 1999 No 17 reg 5
International visitors—form of temporary permits
reg 29A	ins 1999 No 17 reg 5
Photograph on permits
reg 30	am 1999 No 17 reg 6
International visitors—conditions of permits or authorisations
reg 30A	ins 1999 No 17 reg 7
Security and safe storage
div 5.1 hdg	(prev pt 5 div 1 hdg) renum R3 LA
Displays
div 5.2 hdg	(prev pt 5 div 2 hdg) renum R3 LA
Certain persons
reg 44	am Act 2001 No 11 amdt 3.129
Paint pellet guns
reg 46	am Act 2001 No 44 amdt 1.1702, amdt 1.1703; R3 LA (see 2001 No 44 amdt 1.1704)
Prescribed sporting organisations
reg 49	am 1999 No 17 sch
5	Earlier republications
Some earlier republications were not numbered. The number in column 1 refers to the publication order.  
Since 12 September 2001 every authorised republication has been published in electronic pdf format on the ACT legislation register.  A selection of authorised republications have also been published in printed format. These republications are marked with an asterisk (*) in column 1.  Except for the footer, electronic and printed versions of an authorised republication are identical. 

Republication No	Amendments to	Republication date	
1	SL 1999 No 1	31 July 1999	
2	SL 1999 No 17	31 May 2000	
3	Act 2001 No 44	12 September 2001	

Unauthorised version prepared by ACT Parliamentary Counsel's Office

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