Questions have been raised about how the man charged with the attack obtained his licence, and specifically a classification that allowed him to purchase semi-automatic weapons. READ MORE:* Christchurch mosque shootings live: Police interviewed accused at his home for gun licence* Victim terrified at sight of uniformed police officer after Christchurch mosque attack* Changes to gun law overseen by Jacinda Ardern criticisedThe shooting suspect had obtained a A-category firearms licence. In the days following the attack Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed gunman used five weapons, including two semi-automatic weapons, two shotguns, and a lever action firearm. The vetting process was undertaken by a police firearms vetting officer in Dunedin, where the accused resided. "One of the steps to gaining a firearms licence is a home visit to meet the applicant in person and inspect the security of their property."

Source: Stuff March 21, 2019 22:31 UTC