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The Police Have Seized My Gun
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Whether prompted by an incident, a knock on the door, or a call from the police, having your lawfully held firearms seized can feel sudden and unsettling.

This guide explains the legal powers that allow police to seize firearms—and what you can do to protect your rights, challenge delays, or seek their return.

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Withdraw with Wisdom
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Anyone can withdraw a firearm or shotgun certificate application at any stage. While this avoids the formal consequences of refusal, it also removes the right of appeal and can be misused.

This article outlines key considerations and urges caution when withdrawal is suggested by police.

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Borrowing Firearms
Borrowing Firearms 2560 1707 Vicky Downs

This guide outlines how UK law permits borrowing firearms in specific, lawful settings, helping certificate holders and newcomers understand their responsibilities and stay compliant. It covers exemptions for miniature rifle ranges, police-approved clay grounds, Home Office–approved clubs, and private lending arrangements. Each scenario is unpacked with relevant conditions, legal references, and practical guidance.

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Accurate Applications
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This practical guide from Guest Author Conor Monighan highlights how to avoid refusal or other issues when completing the application form.

Accuracy, honesty, and asking for help are essential—mistakes aren’t always easily forgiven.

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Certificate Refused or Revoked
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Guest Author, Barrister Conor Monighan outlines what to do if your firearms, shotgun, or explosives certificate has been refused or revoked.

While police decisions are serious, they can be challenged but professional support is essential.

Use the “Contact Us” function of this website to secure help.

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What Constitutes Firearms Law
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Guest Author, Barrister Conor Monighan outlines the layered structure of UK firearms law, highlighting how legislation, case law, statutory guidance, and practice documents work together to regulate licensing.

The article clarifies the hierarchy of legal sources—from the Firearms Act 1968 to influential case law and Home Office guidance—emphasising the balance between authority, interpretation, and practical application.

Designed to help certificate holders and professionals understand the framework, it underscores that licensing is shaped not by a single rulebook, but by a mesh of evolving legal sources.

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Land Checks
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This article challenges the routine use of police land checks within firearms licensing, arguing they lack statutory backing, consistency, and evidential value.

It highlights gaps in training, arbitrary outcomes, and misaligned safety judgments, suggesting that focusing on applicant competence and adhering to guidance and case law offers a more effective, risk-led approach.

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Permanent Address
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Changes to where a certificate holder lives have important implications for licensing and compliance.

Police expect timely notification of any shift in residence, as this affects who manages the certificate and underpins the legal obligations surrounding it.

Failure to comply may lead to varying levels of enforcement, from informal warnings to more serious sanctions.

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Meet the Police while shooting
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Many officers have little exposure to shooting sports—how you respond can shape the entire encounter.

Stay calm, courteous, and show you’re a professional.

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Crossbows & Airbows
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This guide outlines the current UK laws governing crossbows and examines the emerging legal status of airbows. While crossbows are regulated primarily under the Crossbows Act 1987, recent high-profile incidents and a government consultation suggest further restrictions may be forthcoming.

Airbows, once marketed as outside firearms law, were classified as firearms in a 2021 Crown Court ruling—posing risks for uncertificated owners.

The document highlights legal definitions, case law, and future regulatory possibilities, offering guidance for owners and certificate holders navigating this evolving area.

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