MANILA (Mindanao Examiner / Aug. 24, 2014) – The Philippine National Police said it is extending the validity of firearms licenses due to expire in January to December this to allow the PNP Firearms and Explosives Office to refocus more on the information technology enhancements of the firearms registration system under the newly enacted Republic Act 10591 or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Law of 2013.
It said all registered firearms licenses expiring this year will remain valid until next year following the approval by PNP Director General Alan Purisima upon the recommendation of Police Director Melito Mabilin, of the PNP Civil Security Group; and Chief Superintendent Virgilio Moro Lazo, Chief of the Firearms and Explosives Office.
Mabilin said the extension of the validity of these firearms licenses was prompted by considerations regarding the period of publication of the revised fees and charges for registration and licensing requirements.
He said the information technology system for firearms registration is currently being upgraded to meet the demands of the service and the stakeholders which is crucial to the success of the licensing requirements.
Upon recommendation of CSG-FEO, the Chief PNP also authorized local police offices to issue Permit to Transport firearms to holders of License to Own and Possess Firearms for ballistics and stenciling purposes as a requirement in the registration of firearms.
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