National Weapons Enforcement Support Team (NWEST) supports police agencies in gathering evidence to assist in the prosecution of persons involved in the illegal movement and criminal use of firearms.
In Edmonton, there are two police members assigned to NWEST. These members are responsible for the area north of Red Deer and the NWT and review all reports involving firearms and assist with tracing firearms and making recommendations as to any criminal charges that may be appropriate.
The team often receives phone calls from citizens who have questions in relation to registering guns and how guns should be stored or transported.