Understanding Firearm Compliance with Mark Mulder

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Mark Mulder, founder of Gun License, to unpack the current state of firearm compliance in South Africa. From how he started in the gun licensing business to navigating the complexities of regulatory changes, Mark offers straight-shooting insights every security professional and gun owner needs to hear.

🔐 Topics Covered:

• The realities of firearm license compliance
• Government’s proposed changes to gun regulations
• The origins of Gun License and Mark’s journey
• Why compliance is more critical than ever

Whether you're in the private security industry, a firearm enthusiast, or just want to stay informed about your rights and responsibilities — this episode is a must-watch.

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Email: [email protected]
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Chapters

1. Understanding Firearm Compliance with Mark Mulder (00:00:00)

2. Intro (00:00:01)

3. How Mark became a Gun Guy (00:01:34)

4. Becoming a Clay Pigeon Champion (00:02:05)

5. Choosing a Career (00:03:42)

6. Mark advise for hunters (00:07:12)

7. Starting GunLicense.co.za (00:11:36)

8. Having an entrepreneurial mindset (00:12:59)

9. Scaling up Gunlicense.co.za (00:15:12)

10. Enjoy what you do (00:19:37)

11. Firearm Training & Competency (00:23:12)

12. Firearm Amendment Act changes (00:24:24)

13. Where to start when getting a Firearm (00:29:08)

14. How long does the process take (00:32:21)

15. What to expect when getting a Firearm (00:34:02)

16. What to consider when getting a gun (00:37:17)

17. Why do you need firearm competency (00:38:46)

18. What does SAPS want during the process (00:39:47)

19. When do i get my Firearm? (00:44:17)

20. Difference between section 13,15 & 16 (00:47:53)

21. Recommendations (00:51:46)

22. Summary of the process (00:54:21)

23. Firearm Amnesty (00:55:31)

24. Advise to gun owner who wants to immigrate (01:00:03)

25. What keeps Mark going (01:05:09)

26. Outro (01:12:03)