r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Jun 26 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

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u/Thick-Layer-5226 Jun 29 '22

So I have owned firearms for the last 5 years(I am 29) recently had two of my handguns stolen(were stored properly and reported immediately) individual was caught a week later had one on him and sold the other,now a year later I am being asked to testify in court against him what should I expect? and will there be any repercussions to me or owning firearms in the future)???

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u/GrizzlyBanter Jun 29 '22

Yeah, I would also speak to a lawyer.

Specifically regarding court procedures or what to expect/prepare for, speaking to the Crown Prosecutor or court clerk may be worth your time. Personally, I wouldn't talk about PAL repercussions just in case that leads somewhere you didn't mean it to.