Western Australia is set to become the first jurisdiction in the country to cap the number of guns a licensed firearm holder can own.
Under the proposed new legislation, limits will be linked to new licence types.
Primary producers and firearm club/competition members can license up to 10 firearms, while recreational shooters will be permitted to own a maximum of no more than five.
Competitive shooters aspiring to represent the State at a national or international level can apply to the regulator for additional numbers.
Other licence types will include individual, trade, business, club, ranges, collector, and government.
The introduction of firearm limits is set to remove up to 13,000 guns from the WA community, despite restrictions having no impact on most licence holders.
On average one firearm has been stolen in WA every day over the past five years.
"The proposed changes will make WA a safer place and will modernise the way police record, monitor and enforce our firearm laws," Premier Roger Cook said.
"This is the largest overhaul of firearm laws in the State's history.
"Unfortunately, there have been a number of high-profile gun incidents during recent years.
"These examples of the unlawful use of firearms highlight the need for this important reform."
The State Government will fund a voluntary firearm buyback scheme for current licence holders.
Digital licences, supported by an upgraded IT system, and online portal will also be implemented.
A Firearms Bill Consultation Paper will be released for public review and comment on Tuesday.
Feedback on the proposed laws can be submitted via the WA Police website by November 14.
All comments will be considered before the Bill is entered into Parliament early next year.
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