Lost and stolen firearms

If your firearm has been lost or stolen, you must report it as soon as practicable. There are two important reporting steps that must be completed.

Step 1: Notify Police Within 24 Hours

You must notify a police officer within 24 hours of becoming aware that a firearm has been lost or stolen.

Contact police by:

• Calling 000 (triple zero) if an emergency exists or there is an immediate threat to life or safety or
• Calling 131 444 for non-life-threatening situations or
• Attending or contacting your local police station.

When reporting the incident, provide as much information as possible, including details of the firearm, when and where it was last seen, and the circumstances surrounding the loss or theft.

Step 2: Notify the Registrar of Firearms Within 7 Days

You must also notify the Registrar of Firearms within 7 days of becoming aware that the firearm has been lost or stolen.

To do this:

1. Complete a PD309 Lost or Stolen Firearm Report form.
2. Submit the completed form to Firearms Branch by email: SAPOL.FirearmsBranch@police.sa.gov.au

If you require assistance completing the PD309 form or have questions about the reporting process, contact Firearms Branch.

Important

Failure to report a lost or stolen firearm within the required timeframes may result in enforcement action.

Refer to Regulations 61 and 103 of the Firearms Regulations 2017.

Need to check a firearm's status?

If you need to confirm whether a firearm is recorded as lost or stolen, contact Firearms Branch.

Provide the firearm's make, model and serial number (if known) to assist with the enquiry.

Firearms Branch can conduct the relevant checks and advise of any further action required.