New Zealand Acts

ARMS ACT 1983 - SECT 38F

38F Decision on application for certificate of approval

The Commissioner may grant an application for approval if the Commissioner is satisfied that the pistol shooting club—

a) will be using a certified pistol shooting range for its shooting activities; and

b) has rules relating to the safe operation of firearms and promotes the safe possession and use of firearms; and

c) is appropriately administered; and

d) is able to safely manage its shooting activities; and

e) has proper storage for any firearm or ammunition held at any of the club’s premises or at a certified pistol shooting range used by the club.

History: Section 38F: replaced, on 29 June 2025, by section 5 of the Arms (Shooting Clubs, Shooting Ranges, and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2025 (2025 No 15).