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The Firearms Edict of 1922 states that a "A sane adult Muslim citizen has the legal right to own and keep arms for the defence of their homes and families subject unless prohibited by a Qadi (judge) due to a conviction for a crime", | The Firearms Edict of 1922 states that a "A sane adult Muslim citizen has the legal right to own and keep arms for the defence of their homes and families subject unless prohibited by a Qadi (judge) due to a conviction for a crime", | ||
This legal right is subject to regulation under the Firearms Law of 1929 | This legal right is subject to regulation under the Firearms Law of 1929. | ||
'''Overview''' | '''Overview''' | ||
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Citizens of the following countries are banned from carrying or possessing firearms: | Citizens of the following countries are banned from carrying or possessing firearms: | ||
Israel | Israel | ||
America (since 2017) | America (since 2017) | ||
Russia (since 1950) | Russia (since 1950) | ||
Myanmar (since the Burmese genocide against the Rohingya) | Myanmar (since the Burmese genocide against the Rohingya) | ||
[[Category:Law]] | [[Category:Law]] | ||
[[Category:Sharifistan]] | [[Category:Sharifistan]] | ||
Revision as of 10:46, 14 January 2021
The Firearms Edict of 1922 states that a "A sane adult Muslim citizen has the legal right to own and keep arms for the defence of their homes and families subject unless prohibited by a Qadi (judge) due to a conviction for a crime", This legal right is subject to regulation under the Firearms Law of 1929.
Overview
Currently ownership of firearms by Sharifistani citizens is classified as a "right" whilst ownership by tourists or expatriates is considered a "privilege". Licenses are required stating the type of gun and the reason for owning it (legal reasons including self-defence, collection, sport and licensed hunting). Concealed guns are illegal for private citizens (except for security guards and private detectives)
Requirements for ownership
Must be over 18 (or 16 if a householder or married), have a license from a police officer ranked Inspector or above or a Judge,
pass a psychological evaluation and not be prohibited from owning one by a Judge.
nationality
Citizens of the following countries are banned from carrying or possessing firearms:
Israel America (since 2017) Russia (since 1950) Myanmar (since the Burmese genocide against the Rohingya)