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Classes of firearmsQuestion 13 of 167

A handgun barrel is 105 mm or less. What is the barrel by itself?

  1. A prohibited device.
  2. A restricted firearm.
  3. A non-restricted firearm.
  4. A prohibited weapon.
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Correct answer: A prohibited device.

A handgun barrel equal to or less than 105 mm long is a prohibited device. Some barrels for international shooting competitions are an exception.

Source: Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46), Part III, s. 84(1)(b)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026