In all cases, it's important to understand that firearms can only lawfully be carried and used for the genuine reason for which the firearms licence was originally issued. So, even if we hold a firearms licence, we can't simply 'hit the road' with a gun on board.
Passengers carrying only firearms (no ammunition), do not require the Approval of the Operator (airline), however you must ensure that all Firearms are: ▪ unloaded; ▪ inoperable e.g. bolt removed, trigger guards fitted etc.; and ▪ contained in a separate locked case (hard or soft is acceptable) *.
Private Vehicle Travel
Per federal law 18 USC § 926A, every U.S. citizen may legally transport firearms across state lines as long as he or she is legally allowed to possess the weapons in both the state of origin as well as the destination.
In a locked container constructed of solid steel or solid timber, and securely fixed to the frame or floor of a permanent building if the container weighs less than 150kg. Container must be kept locked with a sturdy combination lock, keyed lock or keyed padlock.
Australian Capital Territory
If the firearm is being transported using a motorcycle – it must be stored in a lockable hard-case pannier, luggage box or other container appropriate for transporting the firearm and is not able to be seen by a person who is not responsible for transporting the firearm.
You must hold a valid firearms licence, permit or enforcement agency identification, which you'll need to present at check-in. You can carry up to 5kg gross of ammunition (including packaging), per passenger. Allowances for more than one person must not be combined into one bag or container.
It is illegal to carry a gun or any weapon in public in Australia, concealed or otherwise. This is because public safety is paramount, and carrying a gun could incite fear and endanger other citizens. In Queensland, there are severe penalties in place when using or carrying a weapon in a public place.
If you have firearms that are registered interstate, you will need to register them in NSW. A NSW licensed Firearms Dealer will complete a P558 'Register of Firearms in Possession' form to confirm the firearm details for registration in NSW. The prescribed fee for firearm registration in NSW is $10 per firearm.
In Queensland, you must have a valid weapons licence to use a gun, crossbow, paintball gun or even certain types of knife. While a weapons licence allows you to operate a weapon - you will also need a permit to acquire to own or buy a weapon.
You might be tempted to tip your safe over just so you can get more purchase on it, but is this the best idea? Well, in general laying a safe on its back is not a problem so long as you tip it safely. However, you do need to put some prep in to make sure your safe and the contents aren't damaged in the process.
Carry and Transport of Firearms
Open and concealed carry is exempted in your home or your business, including hotel room (temporary residence) (25605), or campsites (25550). If you are traveling, you are exempt if your firearm is unloaded and in a locked container. You cannot make unnecessary stops.
Please be advised that it is generally unlawful to bring assault weapons into California. Additionally, machine guns and ammunition feeding devices with the capacity to accept greater than 10 rounds may not be transported into California. Failure to comply with California law could result in criminal prosecution (Pen.
Penalties
Without additional factors, carrying a loaded firearm is a misdemeanor that is punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. This offense is a felony that is punishable by up to three years in prison if any of the following aggravating factors exist: The defendant has felony or a firearm conviction.
Fact: it is illegal to own, use and possess a handgun in Australia without a licence to do so and has been the case long before John Howard and his National Firearms Agreement of 1996.
Very high-powered firearms that are dangerous at significantly longer ranges and capable of piercing armour plating will be outlawed in Western Australia from 1 July 2023. The ban will be introduced by the McGowan Government at the request of the Western Australian Police Force.
Other than body armour vests, weapons are illegal to carry or use for self-defence purposes in Australia generally.
Possess, purchase, sell or carry firearm/s without a licence to do so. A term of imprisonment for 5 years. A term of imprisonment for 3 years or a fine of $12,000. Permit possession of any firearm or ammunition to be taken by another person who is affected by alcohol and/or drugs or if that person is of unsound mind.
In Queensland and other states, the law is pretty similar in the sense that you can't carry a knife in public and police consider your vehicle to be 'in public', unless you have a reasonable excuse. QLD police do not consider self-defence as a 'reasonable excuse' for carrying a knife.
Under Section 36(1) of the Firearms Act, a person must not supply, acquire, possess or use a firearm that is not registered. The maximum penalty for this offence is five years imprisonment unless the firearm is a prohibited firearm or pistol in which case the maximum penalty is 14 years imprisonment.
Under the Firearms Act 1996, section 14(2), a person who does not have a firearms licence may use a firearm on a shooting range to receive instruction in the use of a firearm.
For all intents and purposes, for the general public, AR-15s are absolutely banned in Australia, along with any other Semi-automatic.
You must complete a P650 'Declaration - Person Shooting on an Approved Range or undertaking a Firearms Safety Training Course' form before you are permitted to possess and use firearms.
Self defence and the law
In Queensland you have the right to physically defend yourself with reasonable force, provided the force is authorised, justified or excused by law. The law does not allow you to carry anything that can be described as an offensive weapon.
Under Queensland law, you can't carry a knife in public, including in a vehicle unless you have a reasonable excuse. Self-defence is not considered a 'reasonable excuse' for carrying a knife. You may face fines or imprisonment if you are found to be carrying a knife.
In most states – including New South Wales, Victoria, Northern Territory, and South Australia – it is illegal to carry a weapon, even for self-defense. This includes knives, which states consider dangerous articles or prohibited weapons.