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In Queensland, if you possess firearms you must hold an appropriate licence. Some other weapons also require you to hold a weapons licence. If you possess weapons, you must comply with the strict requirements relating to the registration of these weapons and their storage.

Failing to comply with registration band storage requirements for weapons and firearms can have serious consequences. Some offences require that you serve a mandatory period of imprisonment if you are convicted of that particular offence. Your weapons licence may also be suspended or revoked as a result of being charged with an offence involving the use, possession, registration or storage of weapons. Being charged with certain weapons offences will automatically revoke your weapons licence as you will not be classed as a fit and proper person to hold one. These offences include:-

1. Possession of a weapon.

2. Using a weapon.

3. Discharging a weapon.

4. Carrying a weapon.

If you require your weapons licence for work, you should seek legal advice prior to pleading guilty to a weapons offence. It is also important to seek legal advice to ensure that you are aware whether or not a mandatory period of imprisonment is required as part of your sentence.

Some examples of weapons include:-