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Neo-Nazi's Firearms Appeal Sparks Constitutional Debate

1/28/2026

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Joshua Ryan Hoath, a former member of the National Socialist Network, is appealing a Queensland police decision to revoke his firearms licence, arguing it violates his political-communication rights.
Police found 16 firearms and neo-Nazi materials at his property, which led to the licence revocation.
The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal is reviewing the appeal and has adjourned to seek input from federal and state attorneys general on these constitutional issues.

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Joshua Ryan Hoath, a former member of the National Socialist Network, is appealing a Queensland police decision to revoke his firearms licence, arguing it violates his political-communication rights.
Police found 16 firearms and neo-Nazi materials at his property, which led to the licence revocation.
The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal is reviewing the appeal and has adjourned to seek input from federal and state attorneys general on these constitutional issues.