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Arms Act 1983

Shooting clubs and shooting ranges - Compliance

38U: Decision on application to have pistol shooting range certified

You could also call this:

"Can a pistol shooting range be approved as safe to use?"

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The Commissioner can approve your application to certify a pistol shooting range if they are satisfied that the range meets all the required safety standards. The Commissioner must also be satisfied that you have all the necessary consents from your local council and regional council to operate the range. You can find more information about the changes to this law in the Arms (Shooting Clubs, Shooting Ranges, and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2025.

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Part 6Shooting clubs and shooting ranges
Compliance

38UDecision on application to have pistol shooting range certified

  1. The Commissioner may grant an application for certification if the Commissioner is satisfied that—

  2. the pistol shooting range meets all required safety standards published by the Commissioner; and
    1. all necessary territorial authority and regional council consents to operate the pistol shooting range have been obtained.

      Notes
      • Section 38U: replaced, on , by section 5 of the Arms (Shooting Clubs, Shooting Ranges, and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2025 (2025 No 15).