A man is facing a slew of firearms charges after a traffic stop in Halifax.

Police say it was January 5 around 2pm when they stopped a vehicle on Harlington Crescent due to an ongoing investigation.

They seized a loaded firearm and ammunition from the vehicle.

The 33-year-old suspect will appear in court Monday facing these charges:

• Possession of a firearm or prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
• Possession firearm in vehicle
• Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
• Unauthorized possession of firearm
• Storing a firearm or restricted weapon contrary to regulations
• Unsafe storage of firearm
• Operation of a conveyance while prohibited
• Failure to comply with conditions of a release order (x3)
• Possession of a firearm contrary to a court order