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Arms Bill

Endorsements and permits - Permits to possess - Permits to possess pistols or restricted weapons

205: Issue of permit to possess pistol or restricted weapon

You could also call this:

"Getting a permit to own a pistol or restricted weapon"

You can get a permit to have a pistol or restricted weapon if the chief executive agrees. They must be satisfied that you have a licence with the right endorsement. You must also be a suitable person to have the pistol or restricted weapon.

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Crime and justice > Police and safety

204: Permits to possess, or

"Getting a permit to have a certain firearm"

206: Issue of permit to possess pistol carbine conversion kit, or

"Getting a permit to have a special kit to modify a pistol"

Part 4Endorsements and permits
Permits to possess: Permits to possess pistols or restricted weapons

205Issue of permit to possess pistol or restricted weapon

A permit to possess a pistol or restricted weapon may be issued if the chief executive is satisfied that the applicant—
holds a licence that bears an endorsement permitting possession of a pistol or restricted weapon; and
is an appropriate person to possess the pistol or restricted weapon.