"Fit & Proper Person Test" designed to take your guns away?

Published on January 26, 2021
Duration: 12:22

This video discusses the 'Fit and Proper Person Test' as applied by Weapons Licensing in Queensland, Australia. The speaker argues that this test is being used to deny firearms licenses to individuals with no prior incidents, citing cases involving past cancer diagnoses and postnatal depression. The video highlights concerns about the potential for this policy to spread across other Australian states and encourages licensed shooters to engage with organizations like the Shooters Union to fight such decisions.

Quick Summary

The 'Fit and Proper Person Test' in Queensland is a licensing criterion that has raised concerns among firearms owners. It's reportedly being used to deny licenses based on past medical conditions like cancer or resolved mental health issues, and even minor traffic history, impacting individuals with no prior firearm-related incidents.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Fit and Proper Person Test
  2. 00:15Weapons Licensing Queensland's Catchphrase
  3. 00:36Shooters Union Opposition
  4. 00:59Case: Cancer Diagnosis Denial
  5. 01:35Case: Postnatal Depression Denial
  6. 02:06Doctor's Clearance Proposal
  7. 02:37Slippery Slope Concerns
  8. 03:03Interstate Policy Spread
  9. 03:41Queensland Government Mental Health Website
  10. 04:31Mental Illness Stigma Statistics
  11. 05:11Consequences of Stigma on License Holders
  12. 05:35Two Potential Outcomes for Firearm Owners
  13. 06:14Government Contradiction on Mental Health
  14. 07:22Licensed Shooters as the Only Target
  15. 08:00Applying Test to Licensing Staff
  16. 08:47Action: Contact Shooters Union
  17. 09:21Government's Sneaky Paths to Bans
  18. 09:43Public Perception vs. Reality
  19. 10:11Discrimination Concerns
  20. 10:43Safeguarding Against Real Threats
  21. 11:34Traffic History Used Against Shooters
  22. 12:03Get Involved Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Fit and Proper Person Test' in Queensland?

The 'Fit and Proper Person Test' is a criterion used by Weapons Licensing in Queensland to determine if an individual is suitable to hold a firearms license. Concerns have been raised that it is being applied broadly, potentially denying licenses based on past medical conditions or minor traffic infringements, even for individuals with no prior issues.

Why are licensed shooters concerned about the 'Fit and Proper Person Test'?

Licensed shooters are concerned because the test is reportedly being used to deny licenses based on factors like past cancer diagnoses or mental health issues, such as postnatal depression, which they argue do not necessarily make someone unfit to own firearms. There's also worry about minor traffic offenses impacting license status.

What is the Shooters Union's role in this issue?

The Shooters Union is actively opposing the 'Fit and Proper Person Test' and is encouraging licensed shooters who face license denial or suspension to contact them. They offer assistance in gathering evidence, provide legal referrals, and may cover QCAT submission costs for members to fight these decisions.

How can past mental health issues affect a firearms license in Queensland?

According to the video, past mental health issues, even if resolved years ago like postnatal depression, are being used by Weapons Licensing to deem individuals not a 'fit and proper person' for a firearms license. This is despite government campaigns promoting understanding and reducing stigma around mental health.

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