Offences, inspections and policeQuestion 48 of 90

Which act is an offence under s. 102?

  1. Altering a firearm so that it fires rapidly with one trigger pull
  2. Cleaning and oiling a firearm that has a rapid-fire action
  3. Owning a firearm that fires one projectile per trigger pull for sport
  4. Putting a new sight on a rifle
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Correct answer: Altering a firearm so that it fires rapidly with one trigger pull

Altering or making a firearm that fires in rapid succession during one pressure of the trigger is an offence.

Source: Criminal Code (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-46), Part III, s. 102(1)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026