What happens if the firearm bearer renewal application is not submitted by the expiration date?

If the firearm bearer renewal application is not submitted by the expiration date, the firearm bearer notation expires. This means that the individual can no longer legally carry or use the firearm under the terms of that notation until they successfully renew or reapply. It is crucial for firearm bearers to be mindful of their renewal deadlines to maintain their legal rights to carry a firearm.

The system in place generally does not allow automatic renewals, nor do the notations remain valid indefinitely. Additionally, although options like enforcing a penalty fee could be a common practice in other licensing scenarios, for firearm bearers specifically, the key consequence is the expiration of the notation. This emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant about renewal timelines to avoid any lapse in their legal authority regarding firearm possession.