Hunters Face Charges for Carrying Loaded Firearms in Vehicle

Hunters face charges for carrying loaded firearms in vehicle

Two individuals were recently charged or warned by OPP officers for having loaded firearms in their vehicles, prompting renewed calls for safe hunting practices

Hunters face charges for carrying loaded firearms in vehicles

Two individuals were recently charged or warned by OPP officers for having loaded firearms in their vehicles, prompting renewed calls for safe hunting practices

OPP reminder about loaded firearms

OPP are reminding hunters and the public about the serious dangers and legal consequences of transporting loaded firearms. Under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, it is an offence to have a loaded firearm in a vehicle. This law is in place to protect public safety, prevent accidental discharge, and reduce risks to both people and wildlife. OPP officers recently located an individual in Lennox and Addington County who had a loaded firearm i…

OPP warning public about danger of transporting loaded firearms

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding hunters and the public about the serious dangers and legal consequences of transporting loaded firearms. Under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, it is an offence to have a loaded firearm in a vehicle. This law is in place to protect public safety, prevent accidental discharge, and reduce risks to both people and wildlife. OPP officers recently located an individual in Lennox and Addington Co…