Firearm Offences
Possession for purpose of weapons trafficking (s. 100(2)) Charges in Canada: Offences, Defences, Punishments
Possession for purpose of weapons trafficking is covered under s. 100(2) of the Criminal Code found in Part III. Part III covers “Firearms and Other Weapons”. A possession for purpose of weapons trafficking charge occurs when an individual possesses a prohibited, restricted, or non-restricted firearm, weapon, device or ammunition with the intention of transferring it or offering it for transfer to another, while knowing ...
Possession of firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized (s. 92(1) and (3)) Charges in Canada
Forcible entry and forcible detainer charges are covered under s. 92 of the Criminal Code found in Part II. Part III covers “Firearms and Other Weapons.” A possession of an unauthorized firearm charge occurs when a person knowingly possesses a prohibited firearm, a restricted firearm, or a non-restricted firearm without being the holder of a valid license, and in the case of a restricted ...
Gun Laws in Canada: Know The Law, Know Your Rights
Overview of Gun Laws in Canada Gun laws in Canada are complex and cover a wide range of offences. In Canada, gun laws are controlled by both Part III of the Criminal Code and the Firearms Act. Both the Criminal Code and the Firearms Act should be read in conjunction with one another as both acts provide valuable information on gun laws and ...
Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (s. 88) Charges in Canada: Offences, Defences, Punishments
Introduction to Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose is covered under s. 88 of the Criminal Code. The definition of a weapon is very broad. However, generally, weapons offences, pertain to the illegal possession or use of prohibited or restricted firearms and other weapons. As such, it is not uncommon for weapon charges ...
Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (s. 91) Charges in Canada: Offences, Defences, Punishments
What is unauthorized possession of a firearm in Canada? Unauthorized possession of a firearm is laid out in section 91 of the Criminal Code. Possessing an unauthorized firearm means that you hold dominion or control over a firearm for which you are unlicensed or unregistered to be in possession of. There are three different classes of firearms: prohibited firearm; restricted firearm; and non-restricted ...
Is Pepper Spray Legal in Canada?
It depends on characteristics of the specific product, what it was designed for, and the intended use. The Criminal Code of Canada’s Regulation Prescribing Certain Firearms and Other Weapons as Prohibited or Restricted defines prohibited weapons as: Any device designed to be used for the purpose of injuring, immobilizing or otherwise incapacitating any person by the discharge therefrom of (a) tear gas, Mace ...
A criminal defence lawyer’s top 5 tips for fighting firearms charges
If you suspect that you are being investigated for a firearms offence and the police have asked to search your home or your car, you are under no obligation to consent to the search and should not consent to it unless they present a warrant. If they do enter your home with a weapon, take note of what they do and where they go ...
Can I bring my gun with me when I am visiting Canada?
If you are visiting Canada from another country and would like to bring a firearm with you, there are a number of requirements that must be met. First, you must declare your firearm to border services when you arrive at the border, and you must satisfy them that you are bringing your firearm in for a valid purpose. Some examples of valid purposes include ...
