Handgun laws in Alberta?

by **rushford79** » Sun Jul 29, 2012 2:01 pm

My friend recently told me that it was illegal to own a handgun in Alberta (after I mentioned wanting a pistol) I told him that I didn't think it was true, so I came online to check it out. So is it illegal to own a handgun in Alberta, or does it just take a lot of paperwork to obtain one? Sources would be appreciated :)

by **dasco** » Sun Jul 29, 2012 2:01 pm

In all of Canada it is basically illegal for an individual to keep/own a handgun.
You can be a member of a shooting club, who can own their guns, and use their weapons at a range or competition.

A long gun can be individually owned after you get a special license. You must state why it is needed, like you are a rancher and have to shoot varmints attacking you cattle. Self defense is not a valid reason.

Did you know that cops in Canada are not allowed to carry a gun off duty?

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