Australian Capital Territory Numbered Regulations

FIREARMS REGULATION 2008 (NO 55 OF 2008) - REG 72

    (1)     A permit may be issued for the possession and use of a tranquilliser if the possession and use is a necessary part of the applicant's occupation.

    (2)     A permit issued under this section authorises each person named in the permit to use a tranquilliser firearm in the ordinary course of the person's occupation.

    (3)     The permit must state—

        (a)     the purpose for which it is issued; and

        (b)     the period for which it is issued; and

        (c)     the name of each person authorised to possess and use a tranquilliser firearm under the permit.

    (4)     In this section:

"tranquilliser firearm" means a firearm designed for use in tranquillising, immobilising or administering vaccines or medication to an animal.