Specific Outcome 2: Demonstrate understanding of the statutory prescriptions applicable to the possession, handling, carrying, storage and use of firearms as prescribed by the Act.
Learning Outcome 2.1: Statutory provisions applicable to the possession of firearms and firearm parts.
(1) A firearm in respect of which a license may be issued in terms of this section is any-
(a) shotgun which is not fully or semi-automatic; or
(b) handgun which is not fully automatic.
(2) The Registrar may issue a license under this section to any natural person who-
(a) needs a firearm for self-defence; and
(b) cannot reasonably satisfy that need by means other than the possession of a firearm.
(3) No person may hold more than one license issued in terms of this section.
(4) A firearm in respect of which a license has been issued in terms of this section may be used where it is safe to use the firearm and for a lawful purpose.