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Offences, inspections and policeQuestion 96 of 167

A person knowingly gives police a false report about a stolen firearm. What does s. 107 say?

  1. This is an offence only if the firearm is restricted.
  2. This is an offence.
  3. This is an offence only if the person is under oath.
  4. This is not an offence if the person is the owner.
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Correct answer: This is an offence.

A false report or statement about the loss, theft or destruction of a firearm is an offence.

Source: Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46), Part III, s. 107(1)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026