Sharifistani firearms law

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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", This legal right is subject to regulation under the Firearms Law of 1929 and the Firearms and Miscellaneous Laws Ordinance of 2020 (Sharifistan).

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: Munkcestrian Republic (under the Firearms and Miscellaneous Laws Ordinance of 2020 (Sharifistan)) Israel America (since 2017) Russia (since 1950) Myanmar (since the Burmese genocide against the Rohingya)