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The '''''Firearms Control Act''''' is a piece of legislation governing the possession, sale, and use of firearms and ammunition in Hverland. As a comprehensive update to the previous Firearms Control Act of 1936, the 2022 law was enacted to address emerging concerns over public safety and technological advancements in firearms. The act serves as the foundational framework for firearm regulation in Hverland, which is a unitary state, thereby applying uniformly across the entire nation.
The '''Firearms Control Act''' is a piece of legislation governing the possession, sale, and use of firearms and ammunition in Hverland. As a comprehensive update to the previous Firearms Control Act of 1936, the 2022 law was enacted to address emerging concerns over public safety and technological advancements in firearms. The act serves as the foundational framework for firearm regulation in Hverland, which is a unitary state, thereby applying uniformly across the entire nation.


== Key provisions ==
== Key provisions ==
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=== Registration and licensing ===
=== Registration and licensing ===
All firearms must be registered and licensed on a per-gun basis.
All firearms must be registered and licensed on a per-gun basis. The initial application requires a background check, firearms safety course, justification for ownership, and mental health evaluation. Licenses are subject to renewal every five years, involving another background check and a refresher safety course.
The initial application requires a background check, firearms safety course, justification for ownership, and mental health evaluation.
Licenses are subject to renewal every five years, involving another background check and a refresher safety course.


=== Age and residency requirements ===
=== Age and residency requirements ===
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== Public opinion ==
== Public opinion ==
About 16% of Hverlanders own a firearm. Public opinion is generally supportive of the existing regulations.
About 16% of Hverlanders own a firearm. Public opinion is generally supportive of the Act.


== Passage ==
== Passage ==
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== Amendments ==
== Amendments ==
While the act itself is relatively new, discussions are ongoing concerning potential amendments. Topics include further incorporation of technological advancements, such as biometric locks and tracking systems, as well as periodic reviews to adjust for evolving public safety concerns.
While the Act itself is relatively new, discussions are ongoing concerning potential amendments. Topics include further incorporation of technological advancements, such as biometric locks and tracking systems, as well as periodic reviews to adjust for evolving public safety concerns.


== See also ==
== See also ==

Revision as of 21:23, 13 February 2024

Firearms Control Act
Coat of arms Hverland.png
Enacted byFjallting
Date commenced1 August 2022
Legislative history
Introduced byConservative Nationals
Third reading07 May 2022
Status: In force

The Firearms Control Act is a piece of legislation governing the possession, sale, and use of firearms and ammunition in Hverland. As a comprehensive update to the previous Firearms Control Act of 1936, the 2022 law was enacted to address emerging concerns over public safety and technological advancements in firearms. The act serves as the foundational framework for firearm regulation in Hverland, which is a unitary state, thereby applying uniformly across the entire nation.

Key provisions

Firearm categories

The act categorizes firearms into several classes:

  • Class A: Handguns and revolvers
  • Class B: Semi-automatic rifles
  • Class C: Shotguns
  • Class D: Antique firearms and collectibles

Registration and licensing

All firearms must be registered and licensed on a per-gun basis. The initial application requires a background check, firearms safety course, justification for ownership, and mental health evaluation. Licenses are subject to renewal every five years, involving another background check and a refresher safety course.

Age and residency requirements

  • Individuals must be at least 21 years old to purchase or possess firearms.
  • Applicants must be legal residents of Hverland.

Ammunition restrictions

  • Specific types of ammunition, including high-capacity magazines and armor-piercing rounds, are regulated.
  • The act mandates the use of 'smart gun' technologies for new models.

Enforcement

The Hverlandic Police is responsible for enforcing the act. Law enforcement personnel are exempt from many civilian restrictions but must undergo annual training and certification. Failure to comply with the act's provisions can result in imprisonment, hefty fines, or permanent revocation of firearm licenses.

Public opinion

About 16% of Hverlanders own a firearm. Public opinion is generally supportive of the Act.

Passage

Vote in the Fjallting
Party Yes No Abstained
  Centre Party 23 – –
  Visionary Party 9 6 2
  Liberals 12 – 4
  Conservative Nationals 13 – –
  The Greens – 12 –
  Social Democratic Party 3 7 –
  Alternative 1 5 1
  Moderates 3 – –
Total 64 30 7

Amendments

While the Act itself is relatively new, discussions are ongoing concerning potential amendments. Topics include further incorporation of technological advancements, such as biometric locks and tracking systems, as well as periodic reviews to adjust for evolving public safety concerns.

See also

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