[no bill text published] Criminal Offence for Possessing Firearms While Subject to a Prohibition Order
Firearms (Firearm Prohibition Orders) Amendment Bill 2026
Assembly
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
People subject to a firearm prohibition order must not acquire, possess or use firearms or firearm-related items.
Possessing or using a firearm while under a prohibition order carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.
People under a prohibition order face up to 5 years in prison for failing to surrender their firearms, licences or permits.
It is a criminal offence to give or dispose of a firearm to someone known to be subject to a prohibition order.
Police can stop, detain and search people subject to a prohibition order to seize firearms.
Police can enter and search a person's home, vehicle or other premises without a warrant if they suspect the person is breaking a prohibition order.