Firearm Offences in Canada

Firearm Offences in Canada

Today we want to talk about firearm offences in Canada. Owning a firearm or gun is legal for licensed civilians in Canada. although the rates of gun ownership in Canada are much lower than in the USA.

The recent statistics show that firearms are often used in :

• Murder
• Assault
• Harassment
• Robbery

Non-severe Fines

firearm crimes carry different penalties depending on the nature of the crime. Non-severe fines for firearm offences include :

• Careless storage or Careless handling. the maximum fine is between 6 months plus a $5,000 fine to 2 years. The maximum penalty for subsequent offences is 5 years.
• Pointing a firearm. maximum sentence of 6 months and a $5,000 fine to 5 years in prison.
• Carrying a concealed weapon. a maximum sentence of 6 months and a $5,000 fine to 5 years in prison.

Severe Fines

More severe fines are related with offences where the perpetrator knowingly disobeys the law. severe fines for firearm offences include :

• Possession of firearms for dangerous purposes. a maximum sentence of 6 months and a $5,000 fine to 10 years in prison.
• knowingly Possession of a unauthorized firearm. a minimum penalty of 1 year. a maximum fine of 10 years in prison.
• Possession of restricted weapon with ammo. the Supreme Court of Canada recently struck down the severe 3-5 year minimum penalty. but the sentencing still ranges between 1 year and a $5,000 fine to 10 years in prison.

Changing of Laws

The new Canadian government is proposing changes to legislation about gun laws. Some proposed bills would limit :

• The transport of weapons
• Enhance background checks
• Tighten licensing legislation
• Make sellers scrutinize buyer credentials

These regulations will be intended to make some moves and actions more difficult within the country. examples :

• Purchasing,
• Storing
• Transporting weapons

As you know , firearm possession is legal in Canada under certain circumstances. in addition , breaking these laws will result :

• Fines
• Jail time
• Both Fines and Jail time
• Criminal record

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