Licenses - Weapons / Fishing / Hunting
All citizens have the constitutional right to purchase and possess firearms, provided they comply with the law. Firearms obtained from any source other than state-licensed distributors (such as Ammunation) are considered illegal and must be seized and destroyed. Currently we are not issuing Fishing or Hunting licenses.
General Rules for Firearm Possession:
If a citizen is found in possession of a firearm without a license, the weapon will be confiscated, and they will face charges for unlicensed possession.
If a citizen possesses an illegal firearm, their license will be permanently revoked.
If a citizen commits any crime (other than a traffic violation) while carrying a firearm, the firearm will be confiscated and will not be returned.
License Issuance and Reissuance:
Only full officers or higher-ranked personnel may issue a new license. Reissuing a license requires the authority of a Sergeant (SGT) or higher.
When issuing a license, please ensure the recipient is informed of the legal attire requirements for activities like hunting and fishing.
Steps to Issue or Reissue a License: Phase 1
Verification: Confirm the recipient's ID and assess their understanding by asking them when it is appropriate to discharge their firearm.
Make a note on their profile that they came to start the application process e.g. 206 John Mackay - 25/03/2025 19:00 - Weapon license process started.
Advise them they need to return after 72 hours to complete the process
Phase 2 - After waiting 3 days for background checks to complete
Check the MDT profiel to see when they started Phase 1
Verify that they have no new new Felony Charges
Scenario Testing: Present two situational examples to gauge how they would responsibly handle the firearm.
Self-Defense Protocol: Instruct the recipient that if they discharge their firearm in self-defense, they must remain on the scene and report the incident to 911.
Profile Check: Review the recipient's profile on the MDT. If no profile picture is present, add one.
Billing:
For new licenses, bill the recipient $500.
For reissued licenses, bill $1,000. Note: Reissuing is only allowed after a clean record of 5 consecutive days (tickets are not included).
Issue the License: Use the command
/grantlicense ID weapon/huntingto issue the requested license (fishing licenses do not require this command).MDT Update: Document the issuance in the MDT profile notes with: “Date / Call sign / Name - Weapons license issued.”
Printing Instructions: Direct the recipient to City Hall, where they can collect a physical license.
Reissuing Restrictions:
A firearm license may only be reissued if the individual has maintained a clean record for 5 consecutive days (tickets are not included).
IMPORTANT: Firearm licenses will not be reissued to individuals with any charges of attempted murder involving a firearm.
Officer Discretion:
You have the right to deny a weapons license if the applicant’s responses suggest they are unfit to carry a firearm. Although this is rare, exercise your judgment, as your decision is supported under this policy.
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