Offence of possession where serial number unlawfully interfered with: handgun or prohibited firearm

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A person who, without lawful excuse, possesses a handgun or prohibited firearm, or a major firearm part of a handgun or prohibited firearm, on which any serial number has been unlawfully interfered with (whether by the person or another person) commits a crime.

Penalty: imprisonment for 10 years.

Summary conviction penalty: imprisonment for 3 years and a fine of $36 000.

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266 Offence of possession where serial number unlawfully interfered with: handgun or prohibited firearm