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Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000)

Chapter 6 : Licence to possess firearm

13. Licence to possess firearm for self-defence

 

(1) A firearm in respect of which a licence 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 licence 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 licence issued in terms of this section.

 

(4) A firearm in respect of which a licence has been issued in terms of this section may be used where it is safe to use the firearm and for a lawful purpose.