Are guns outlawed in Norway?

Are guns outlawed in Norway?

Gun ownership is restricted in Norway, unless one has officially documented a use for the gun. By far the most common grounds for civilian ownership are hunting and sports shooting, in that order. Rifle and shotgun ownership permission can be given to “sober and responsible” persons 18 years or older.

Can you defend yourself with a gun in Norway?

Also, carrying a firearm for self defence is strictly prohibited. Which means that the chance that you will ever need to defend yourself against a gun is close to zero. Carrying around a firearm for defensive purposes is not allowed in Norway, not for private citizens.

What kind of guns can you own in Norway?

Civilian gun ownership in Norway is restricted to holders of a Våpenkort (Firearms Permit) that certifies a legal use for a gun, such as hunting or sports shooting. Holders must be 18 for rifles and shotguns and 21 for handguns.

Can you own an AR15 in Norway?

Semi automatic “assault rifles” like the AR15 are still legal, but following the 2011 Utøya massacre parliament has recently voted to outlaw them starting in 2021. Current owners will either have to sell them out of the country, or turn them in.

What are the gun laws like in Norway?

A licence is required to own a gun, and the owner must provide a written statement saying why he or she wants one. Many categories of guns, including automatics and some powerful handguns, are banned from sale altogether. Hunting and outdoor sports are popular in Norway.

Can you concealed carry in Norway?

The owner must have a good reason for carrying a weapon, must ensure it is unloaded and concealed from view, but not worn on the body, and must keep the weapon under constant supervision. Under the Firearm Weapons Act, only “sober and responsible” persons over the age of 18 may obtain a gun licence.

How easy is it to get a gun in Norway?

Norway has some of the strictest gun control laws around today. It is only possible to obtain permission to own a weapon by having officially documented a use for the gun with the local police and taken extensive training relevant to the intended use of the weapon.

What kind of weapons can you own in Norway?

Rifles and shotguns make up the bulk of civilian-owned weapons in Norway as they are used for hunting. Handguns can also be found in Norway, generally used by competitive and sports shooters that belong to gun clubs. Fully automatic weapons, some semiautomatic weapons, and firearms disguised as other objects are banned under the law.

What is the law for storing firearms in Norway?

The law for storage of firearms is also quite strict in Norway. For shotguns and rifles, it is required to have the firearm, or a vital part of the firearm, to be securely locked away in an approved gun safe, securely bolted to a non-removable part of the house.

Are stun guns legal in Norway?

Certain types of weapons not covered by the Firearms Act’s definition of firearms, such as stun guns, are also generally banned. The law for storage of firearms is also quite strict in Norway.

Is gun confiscation a good idea?

The idea of gun confiscation is one of the most divisive issues surrounding gun owners. For opponents, it is seen as gun owners needlessly worrying about something that could never happen. They see the idea of a government coming to gather up all of the guns as nothing but an excuse to hold onto guns tighter.