shotgun licence

[weekye 0]

would you be able to get a licence if you had any crimanal covictions, and what convictions would stop you from getting a shotgun licence. cheers

[thurso jack 3]

it all depends on the seriousnes of the offence, and the area you are applying in, ie some convictions in some areas with high crime are small fry whereas some areas with low crime, some minor convictions are taken more seriously.

[samba 534]

A LAD IN OUR VILLIAGE GOT A CERTIFICATE AND HE WAS DONE

FOR ARMED ROBBERY 20 YEARS AGO.

THEY REFUSED AT FIRST BUT HE APPEALED THAT HED DONE HIS TIME

FOR THE CRIME AND SHUDDENT HOLD IT AGAINST HIM

HES GOT HIS CERTIFICATE AND AS BEEN GOING SHOOTING FOR YEARS KNOW

[Deako 0]

Depends what convictions you have...some will result in a lifetime ban from possessing firearms (rifles AND shotguns)

[weekye 0]

i also got done for robbery, not the armed type just robbery, also about 20 years ago when i was a teanage rebel i am 40 this year, whats my chances of getting a licence thanks for all your replys.

Edited February 10, 2007 by weekye

[waz77 15]

Best thing to do is join BASC,they will help you with your application if you're having trouble,i think as long as you've proven your on the straight n narrow now you've got a reasonable chance,but like i say BASC are your best bet,they have their own legal team who can advise you, good luck

[thurso jack 3]

best thing to do is speak to a solicitor, first he will advise you and basically tell you if its a goer or not, good luck!

Edited February 11, 2007 by thurso jack

[scotrat 2]

i also got done for robbery, not the armed type just robbery, also about 20 years ago when i was a teanage rebel i am 40 this year, whats my chances of getting a licence thanks for all your replys.

If you join BASC or the SGA both offer legal help when an application has been turned down to excisting members.Meaning join before you apply or they won't offer any help.

What part of Scotland do you live.If its Pitt St your application has to go I think you'll have a fight on your hands.

Remember you can always call and ask the local Firearms officer what he thinks and you'll get an indication whether he is going to dig his heels in.

Good luck mate you'll need it

[FPO 0]

Definately worth getting in touch with local Firearms officer, they can be a real bonus to have on your side. Local one to us is female They guys love it, but she is no push over, just fair!

BASC sounds like sound option to follow.

 

At the end of the day, Dont give up at the first hurdle, its worth a go If you dont try you will never know.

All the best

[charlotte hill 0]

My Dad had the same sort of trouble.....( years ago I would like to add )

 

Got his certificate without too much hassle, it did go in his favour that he joing a local gun club though. Think by being a club member and attending regular event etc....it showed he was serious about his chosen sport and not likely to be using it to rob the local SPAR!!!

[weekye 0]

thanks for all the helpful replys, i am going to join the basc before i do anything about it,

it just seems the right way to go about this, once again a big thank you to all.

[Guest shay]

Had a similar sort of problem, they wouldn't grant mine due to having two drink drive convictions within 5 years of each other, even though they were from years back, the local firearms officer told me to withdraw my application instead of being refused, he said at least when i re-applied twelve months down the line I wouldn't have a refusal on record.

 

BASC is def a good move,

[reynardhunter 3]

i also got done for robbery, not the armed type just robbery, also about 20 years ago when i was a teanage rebel i am 40 this year, whats my chances of getting a licence thanks for all your replys.

you should be ok weakeye, you,ve obviously grown up since then, or have you just kidding, put in for it and keep trying if uget refused first time , good luck mate

[Foxgun Tom 75]

Basc are not the only option open to you The Scottish Association for Countrysports have many dealing with Scottish police firearms depts, we!! also deal with other police forces throughout the UK Our legal team consists of two top lawyers dealing in firearms legislation. Membership of SAC's is cheaper than BASC and membership is open to all in the UK. Anglers, Guns, Falconers, Lurcher and Terrier men are all members of our organisation, wer'e another option to consider??http://www.sacs.org.uk/Sacs/Certificate%20renewal.pdf

 

Tom

Edited February 12, 2007 by Foxgun Tom

[Foxgun Tom 75]

has anyone with a refusual for a shotgun liecence because of previous convictions been succseful with an appeal with basc or sacs help

 

Yes!!!!!!!!! and without going into detail! at the present time!! I have a friend who served a prison term for assault! who's on the final stages of getting his shotgun certificate application being granted with SAC's lawyers help because the current legislation does not prevent him from holding one

 

Tom

Edited February 13, 2007 by Foxgun Tom