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How long is a firearm registration certificate valid in D.C. before it needs to be renewed?

  1. 2 years

  2. 3 years

  3. 5 years

  4. 10 years

The correct answer is: 3 years

In Washington D.C., a firearm registration certificate is valid for 3 years before it needs to be renewed. This timeframe is set by the law in D.C. to ensure that firearms are kept track of and registered regularly to uphold public safety and monitor the ownership of firearms within the district. Option A is incorrect because the validity period is longer than 2 years. Option C is incorrect because the validity period is not as lengthy as 5 years. Option D is incorrect because the validity period is shorter than 10 years.