A NEW statewide firearms amnesty will begin on July 1 following the success of last year’s national campaign.
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During the three-month period beginning on July 1, 2017, NSW netted 24,831 firearms and 1898 firearm parts for destruction, sale or registration – more than any other state or territory.
The success of the amnesty has prompted another operation to reduce the number of unregistered and unwanted firearms in the community.
Anyone with an unregistered firearm or firearm-related item in their possession will have the chance to legally dispose, or register it, without penalty between July 1 and September 30.
Deputy Commissioner Regional NSW Field Operations Gary Worboys said gun theft was a major concern for police, particularly in regional areas.
“We are working hard to address the issue of firearm theft and it’s important we all work together and have the support of licensed firearm owners to make sure people who own guns keep them stored safely and securely.”
Firearms can be surrendered at approved drop-off points, which include licensed firearm dealers, mobile stations, and police stations.