49-year-old NZ firearms license holder first charged under new Firearms Registry for possessing unregistered firearm and unlawful ammunition.
49-year-old New Zealand firearms license holder becomes first person charged for possessing an unregistered firearm under the new Firearms Registry. The man will appear in court on six charges of unlawful ammunition possession, and faces a $10,000 fine for failing to provide required information for the registry. This case highlights the positive impact of the Registry in linking firearms to individual license holders, and emphasizes consequences for those who attempt to circumvent their obligations.
March 27, 2024
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