Handling a restricted firearm in your own home.

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I've always wondered about the limitations in regards to handling a pistol or revolver in your own home. Aside from cleaning, are there handling perimeters that must be adhered to when the firearm is out of the safe and in your control? Can a unloaded firearm be holstered and worn around the house? Can it be sitting on your desk while you're on the phone?....can it be shown and handled by your guests if you choose to do so? Where is the line drawn in the eyes of the law?
 
Copied from SOR/ 98-209
DISPLAY OF RESTRICTED FIREARMS AND PROHIBITED FIREARMS

9. (1) An individual may display a restricted firearm or a prohibited firearm in a dwelling-house only if
(a) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is unloaded;
(b) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is securely attached to a non-portable structure in such a manner that it cannot readily be removed;
(d) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it; and
(e) in the case of an automatic firearm that has a removable bolt or bolt-carrier, the bolt or bolt-carrier is removed and stored in a room that is different from the room in which the automatic firearm is displayed, that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.
(2) An individual may display a restricted firearm in a place other than a dwelling-house only if it
(a) is unloaded;
(b) is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) is, subject to subsection (4), securely attached to a structure on which it is displayed by a chain, metal cable or similar device in such a manner that the restricted firearm cannot readily be removed; and
(d) is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it, unless the ammunition is displayed in a container or receptacle that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.

Hope that works for you.

Personally I shoot about once a week or so. I tend to keep my stuff in the safe when I'm not going to the range or cleaning. I prefer my neighbours don't really know what I have. They're nosey enough as it is.
 
Unless an "accident" happens, I don't think there is a problem with any of your scenarios. How about firing one into a barrel of water to check it's function, say after a bit of home gunsmithing?????
 
Generally yes, all the above are ok.

I think you can't load a restricted though....if I remember right, a restricted can only be loaded where it can be legally discharged
 
conger said:
Copied from SOR/ 98-209
DISPLAY OF RESTRICTED FIREARMS AND PROHIBITED FIREARMS

9. (1) An individual may display a restricted firearm or a prohibited firearm in a dwelling-house only if
(a) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is unloaded;
(b) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is securely attached to a non-portable structure in such a manner that it cannot readily be removed;
(d) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it; and
(e) in the case of an automatic firearm that has a removable bolt or bolt-carrier, the bolt or bolt-carrier is removed and stored in a room that is different from the room in which the automatic firearm is displayed, that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.
(2) An individual may display a restricted firearm in a place other than a dwelling-house only if it
(a) is unloaded;
(b) is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) is, subject to subsection (4), securely attached to a structure on which it is displayed by a chain, metal cable or similar device in such a manner that the restricted firearm cannot readily be removed; and
(d) is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it, unless the ammunition is displayed in a container or receptacle that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.

Hope that works for you.

Personally I shoot about once a week or so. I tend to keep my stuff in the safe when I'm not going to the range or cleaning. I prefer my neighbours don't really know what I have. They're nosey enough as it is.
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That doesnt apply as long as the firearm is in use.
 
Walking around with a holstered gun in your own home is legal. With loaded mags on your belt, but not actually in the gun.

The IPSC/IDPA guys have to do it to practice quick-draws for matches.
 
Dexter Morgan said:
Walking around with a holstered gun in your own home is legal. With loaded mags on your belt, but not actually in the gun.

The IPSC/IDPA guys have to do it to practice quick-draws for matches.
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Niiiice! You could fill a stadium with sh!t I don't know!
 
conger said:
Copied from SOR/ 98-209
DISPLAY OF RESTRICTED FIREARMS AND PROHIBITED FIREARMS

9. (1) An individual may display a restricted firearm or a prohibited firearm in a dwelling-house only if
(a) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is unloaded;
(b) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is securely attached to a non-portable structure in such a manner that it cannot readily be removed;
(d) the restricted firearm or prohibited firearm is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it; and
(e) in the case of an automatic firearm that has a removable bolt or bolt-carrier, the bolt or bolt-carrier is removed and stored in a room that is different from the room in which the automatic firearm is displayed, that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.
(2) An individual may display a restricted firearm in a place other than a dwelling-house only if it
(a) is unloaded;
(b) is rendered inoperable by means of a secure locking device;
(c) is, subject to subsection (4), securely attached to a structure on which it is displayed by a chain, metal cable or similar device in such a manner that the restricted firearm cannot readily be removed; and
(d) is not displayed with and is not readily accessible to ammunition that can be discharged from it, unless the ammunition is displayed in a container or receptacle that is kept securely locked and that is constructed so that it cannot readily be broken open or into.

Hope that works for you.

Personally I shoot about once a week or so. I tend to keep my stuff in the safe when I'm not going to the range or cleaning. I prefer my neighbours don't really know what I have. They're nosey enough as it is.
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OP not asking about displaying anything.
 
.................{removed}............ ITS YOUR OWN HOME! DO AS YOU PLEASE. Regardless of whether or not this activity or that is legal, who ......{removed}........ would know what you do in your own home?

Have a look at recent news. Some clown had three women in his basement for a decade. How many grow ops have been discovered? How many illegal immigrants are living in society? How many illegal basement suites are being occupied daily? How many terrorist groups are meeting and planning attacks? Do you really think big scary government has any idea what is going on in this country?! Stop worrying about stupid sh*t and attempt to enjoy a little adult level freedom. I frankly don't care if you shoot in your home. Just remember that you're accountable for all rounds fired, and you will be fixing or replacing any property you damage. carry on.

TDC
 
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I usually close the blinds when doing the things you mentioned. Not too concerned about the eyes of the law, more so the eyes of the neighbours
 
canthitathing said:
How about firing one into a barrel of water to check it's function, say after a bit of home gunsmithing?????
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I am the only one who noticed this gem???!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HOLY

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SWEET

BATMAN.

Some ppl should forfeit any and ALL of the firearms, ammo, their license.
 
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TDC said:
.............{removed}............. ITS YOUR OWN HOME! DO AS YOU PLEASE. Regardless of whether or not this activity or that is legal, who .........{removed}............would know what you do in your own home?

Have a look at recent news. Some clown had three women in his basement for a decade. How many grow ops have been discovered? How many illegal immigrants are living in society? How many illegal basement suites are being occupied daily? How many terrorist groups are meeting and planning attacks? Do you really think big scary government has any f*cking idea what is going on in this country?! Stop worrying about stupid sh*t and attempt to enjoy a little adult level freedom. I frankly don't care if you shoot in your home. Just remember that you're accountable for all rounds fired, and you will be fixing or replacing any property you damage. carry on.

TDC
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Op is from Ottawa, home of asking for permission to fart! LOL Op your a Newfoundlander you know freedom.
 
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TDC rant

Newfoundlandrover said:
Where is the line drawn in the eyes of the law?
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A typical rant from TDC. The OP specifically was interested in "within the law". Fine, we all agree that our pansy Canadian laws restrict us like children and that we can do things outside the law at risk of legal reprisal, so if we want to take that risk then so be it but at least the OP wanted to know if an act was in fact outside the law, simple as that!
 
I believe in being discrete when it come to firearms and neighbours.....who knows...I could be walking from the living room when my wife answers the doorbell....a "concerned citizen" may make a call as they saw a man with a gun in the house......just want to know where I stand if things go all SWAT team and paddy wagons I guess lol!
 
Newfoundlandrover said:
I believe in being discrete when it come to firearms and neighbours.....who knows...I could be walking from the living room when my wife answers the doorbell....a "concerned citizen" may make a call as they saw a man with a gun in the house......just want to know where I stand if things go all SWAT team and paddy wagons I guess lol!
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Well, you should understand that if that happens, you're likely in deep ####.

In addition to the firearms act, there are criminal code provisions dealing with unsafe handling of a firearm. Are your actions unsafe? depends....maybe a judge thinks they are. Keep the blinds drawn or do this in the basement and you'll be fine. Doing it in front of an open window is asking for trouble.

IMHO
 
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