Canadian Firearms Practice · Question
Under the Criminal Code of Canada, pointing a firearm at another person, whether it is loaded or unloaded, is:
Pointed a firearm at another person is a serious criminal offence regardless of whether the firearm is loaded or the status of the safety.
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Question: Under the Criminal Code of Canada, pointing a firearm at another person, whether it is loaded or unloaded, is:
Answer options:
- A summary offence only if the person is harmed ✅ A criminal offence
- Allowed if the safety is engaged
- An administrative fine under the Firearms Act
Correct answer: A criminal offence
Explanation: Pointed a firearm at another person is a serious criminal offence regardless of whether the firearm is loaded or the status of the safety.
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