[no bill text published] Criminal offence for possessing digital blueprints for 3D printing firearms
Firearms Amendment Bill 2026
Assembly
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
People face up to 14 years in prison for producing, selling, or possessing digital blueprints to 3D print firearms or silencers.
Law enforcement, legal professionals, and licensed manufacturers are exempt from the blueprint ban.
People face up to 14 years in prison for illegally altering or destroying a firearm.
Ammunition sellers must check that buyers hold a valid licence or permit for that specific ammunition.
Firearm licence holders must notify the Commissioner if a firearm is destroyed, damaged, or disposed of.
The Commissioner can revoke or change conditions on firearm licences and permits after they are issued.