Citation(s) from the GunPolicy.org literature library
Parker, Sarah. 2011 ‘Balancing Act: Regulation of Civilian Firearm Possession.’ Small Arms Survey 2011: States of Security; Annex 9.1, pp. 38-47. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. 6 July
Relevant contents
Annex 9.1: Overview of Owner Licensing Criteria and Genuine Reasons for Owning a Firearm
Egypt
Age: 21 (school and university students are exempt from requiring a licence for training purposes)
Mental Health: YES (and physical)
Drug Dependency: YES (not intoxicated)
Criminal Record: YES
Public Security or Safety: YES
Competency: YES (must have knowledge of proper security precautions)
Reason Required? legislation makes no relevant or specific reference
Hunting: not specified
Target/Sport Shooting: not specified
Profession: not specified
Performance: not specified
Collection: not specified
Personal Protection: not specified
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