Tag: firearms_registry
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Illegal Hunting Investigation in Canterbury Leads to Firearm Seizures and Licence Suspensions
A police investigation into illegal hunting in North Canterbury has resulted in the seizure of 31 firearms, the suspension of six firearms licenses, and multiple court appearances.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesAustralasia illegal huntingCanterburyfirearmsNational Organised Crime GroupFirearms Registrycourt appearancescrimeNew Zealand Police
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NZ Firearms Registry Contributes to Public Safety, Review Finds
A review of New Zealand's Firearms Registry finds it helps protect the public from harm and should continue. The Registry mitigates the risk of firearms falling into the wrong hands through increased transparency and accountability.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Firearms Registrypublic safetyTe Tari PūrekecrimeMinistry of JusticeSuperintendent Richard WilsonNZ Police
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New Zealand Firearms Registry Logs 400,000th Firearm
New Zealand's Firearms Registry marks 400,000 firearms registered, with 36% of license holders participating. The registry aims to enhance transparency and accountability, preventing firearms from falling into the wrong hands by August 2028.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaLegal Firearms RegistryTe Tari PurekeRichard Wilsonfirearmsgun controlChristchurchNZ Police