Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
When transporting a restricted firearm, why is a trigger lock alone insufficient if it's not in a locked container?
Federal regulations for restricted firearms require both a secure locking device AND a locked, opaque container during transport.
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Question: When transporting a restricted firearm, why is a trigger lock alone insufficient if it's not in a locked container?
Answer options:
- Because trigger locks can be easily picked. ✅ Because the law specifically requires a locked container in addition to a secure locking device.
- Because the firearm might still be loaded.
- Because trigger locks are only for storage.
Correct answer: Because the law specifically requires a locked container in addition to a secure locking device.
Explanation: Federal regulations for restricted firearms require both a secure locking device AND a locked, opaque container during transport.
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