Tasmanian Liberal fronts Redcliffe court in relation to weapons and fraud charges

A former Liberal MP has appeared in a southeast Queensland court after being charged with weapons and fraud offences.

Former Tasmanian politician Adam Richard Brooks has appeared in a Queensland court for the first time after being arrested in relation to weapons and fraud charges last week.

Mr Brooks, 45, has been charged with one count each of unlawful possession of a category H weapon, unauthorised possession of explosives and dealing with identity items.

Former Tasmanian Liberal candidate Adam Brooks arrives at Redcliffe Magistrates court with his lawyer to face charges by Queensland police for being in possession of a handgun, unauthorised explosives and false driver's licences. PICTURE: Brad Fleet

Police allegedly found the items while executing a search warrant at a Marine Pde address in Redcliffe on May 12.

Police said a handgun and false driver’s licences were seized during the search.

It is understood Mr Brooks is in Queensland seeking assistance for his mental health.

He appeared in Redcliffe Magistrates Court on May 18. No plea was required but his lawyer, Mr Beavon asked the matter be adjourned for three weeks so submissions could be made.

Former Tasmanian Liberal MP Adam Brooks arrives at Redcliffe Magistrates to face charges by Queensland police for being in possession of a handgun, unauthorised explosives and false driver's licences. Picture: Brad Fleet

Mr Brooks resigned from Parliament on Friday, the same day as he was officially elected.

The matter was adjourned until June 10.

Adam Brooks arrives at Redcliffe Magistrates court with his lawyer. Picture: Brad Fleet