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

1. Verification: Confirm the recipient's ID and assess their understanding by asking them when it is appropriate to discharge their firearm.

2. 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.

3. Advise them they need to return after 72 hours to complete the process

Phase 2 - After waiting 3 days for background checks to complete

1. Check the MDT profiel to see when they started Phase 1

2. Verify that they have no new new Felony Charges

3. Scenario Testing: Present two situational examples to gauge how they would responsibly handle the firearm.

4. 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.

5. Profile Check: Review the recipient's profile on the MDT. If no profile picture is present, add one.

6. 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).

7. Issue the License: Use the command /grantlicense ID weapon/hunting to issue the requested license (fishing licenses do not require this command).

8. MDT Update: Document the issuance in the MDT profile notes with: “Date / Call sign / Name - Weapons license issued.”

9. 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.