Dear Member
It has been brought to our attention that there is an increase in instances where SAPS at roadblocks seriously take people to task if they carry loaded section 15 or 16 licensed sport shooting or hunting handguns on their person while travelling.
SAPS takes it that one carries a loaded section 15 or 16 handgun on your person for self-defence when travelling.
At such roadblocks SAPS have indicated that section 15 and 16 handguns must be transported unloaded and in appropriate handgun cases, bags, or sleeves.
Section 13 handguns (self-defence) are not questioned when carried loaded on the person while travelling, as long as one has the licence with you.
Please also ascertain that you do not have loose cartridges in your vehicle for which you do not have the corresponding firearm licence with you. You can be taken to task for illegal possession if you cannot show a licence for the calibre of loose ammo in your vehicle.
Natshoot’s advice has always been to rather act within the prescripts of the FCA (for your own peace of mind).
Kind Regards,
Natshoot Office
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