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Firearm Law
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Executive Order No. 256
Section 7 – No Firearm application
shall be approved by the PNP-FED
without a Certificate of Attendance
by the applicant in a seminar covering
Gun Safety, Responsibility, Laws,
Regulation and other pertinent topics.

Signed by the President on December 21, 1995.

PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1866
As amended by Republic Act 8294

FIREARM includes rifles, muskets, carbines,

shotguns, revolvers, pistols and all other
deadly weapons from which bullet, ball, shot, shell
or other missile maybe discharged by means of
gunpowder or other explosives.

The term also include air rifles and pistols

not classified as toys under the provisions of
Executive Order No. 712 dated 28 July 1981.

The BARREL of any firearm shall be considered

a complete firearm.
SAMPLES OF FIREARMS
Musket

Rifle

Shotgun

Carbine
Revolver

Pistol
AMMUNITION refers to loaded shells for firearms
from which a bullet, ball, shot, shell or other
missile maybe fired by means of gunpowder or
explosives.
LICENSE TO POSSESS FIREARM AND
AMMUNITION is a written document authorizing a
person to possess in his residence a licensed
firearm and an authorized quantity of ammunition.
RESIDENCE refers to that place where the firearm
and ammunition is being permanently kept. It
includes the office or house where it is kept and
the premises of the house enclosed by walls and
gates separating said premises from adjacent
properties.
The VEHICLE IS NOT AN EXTENSION of the firearm
residence.
 Presidential Decree No. 1866
as amended by Republic Act 8294
Section 1 – It is unlawful to manufacture, sell, acquire,
dispose or possess firearm/s, ammunition or
instruments used or intended to be used in the
manufacture of firearm/s and/or ammunition.

Section 3 – It is unlawful to tamper serial numbers of a

firearm. The penalty of 4 years imprisonment shall be
imposed upon any person who shall unlawfully tamper,
change, deface or erase the serial number of any
firearm.

Section 5 – The term UNLICENSED FIREARM includes:

a. Firearm/s with expired license
b. Use of licensed firearm in the commission of a crime.
 LEGAL SOURCES OF FIREARMS

1. Licensed firearm dealer through purchase.

2. Licensed firearm holder through sale or

transfer. Note that the firearm may be
delivered by the seller to the buyer only after
the latter has secured the corresponding
firearm license.

3. Importation or Purchase abroad of firearm

and ammunition by individuals has been
suspended by order of the President (SOP #
13 – Sept. 19, 1991)
 KINDS LONG LONG
REGULAR CERT. OF
OF LICENSE REGISTRATION
Firearm
LICENSES Licenses (LRL) (LCR)
Govt. agencies or
TO are VALID Private firms, offices, govt. owned
POSSESS FOR TWO establishments, or controlled corp.
corporations for use
YEARS. For use by their
FIREARM by their officials or
employees
Officials or
employees
excluding security
guards. excluding guards.

REGULAR SPECIAL SHORT SHORT

LICENSE PERMIT REGULAR CERTIFICATE
(RL) (SP) LICENSE OF
Privately owned by Privately owned by (SRL) REGISTRATION
civilians, security government officials Private employee (SCR)
agencies and and employees. issued a firearm Government official
corporation for use covered by LRL. or employee issued a
of security guards. firearm covered by
LCR.
 Revocation / Termination of License
1. A firearm license shall be revoked under any of
the following causes:
a. Loss of firearm through negligence;
b. Carrying of firearm outside residence without the
appropriate permit;
c. Carrying of firearm in prohibited places;
d. Conviction by a competent court involving moral
turpitude for any offense where the penalty carries
an imprisonment of more than six (6) months and a
fine of at least P1,000;
e. Unauthorized loan of firearm to another person;
f. Dismissal for cause from the service, in the case of
government officials and/or employees;
g. Commission of a crime where the firearm is
involved.
2. Upon revocation of the license, the firearm and ammunition
covered by such license shall be surrendered to PNP-FED,
in case of Metro Manila residents. In the provinces, it shall
be surrendered to the PNP Regional or Provincial Director
concerned who shall forward the same to PNP-FED for
proper disposition.

3. Upon the death or legal disability of the holder of a firearm,

it shall be the duty of the nearest relative, legal
representative or any person who shall knowingly come
into possession of such firearm and ammunition to deliver
the same after securing the necessary transport permit to
the PNP-FED or the PNP Provincial or Regional Director.
Such firearm and ammunition shall be retained pending
issuance of a license in accordance with the law.

4. It is the responsibility of the department head and/or

employer to report to the PNP-FED any case of loss of a
firearm covered by a SP, LCR, SCR, LRL and/or SRL.
 CARRYING AND TRANSPORT OF FIREARMS
1. TRANSPORT PERMITS – A one time pass issued to
individuals for the purpose of transporting UNLOADED
firearm/s and ammunition from one location to another
and vice-versa if necessary.

2. TRANSPORT PERMITS FOR GUN CLUB MEMBERS – A

written authority issued to FED accredited gun club
members for the purpose of transporting UNLOADED
firearm/s and ammunition from residence to accredited
firing ranges and vice-versa.

3. HUNTING PERMITS – The issuance of permit to

transport firearms for hunting was cancelled by then
C,PNP Dir Gen Panfilo Lacson. Hunting is not allowed
in the Country as per PAWB of DENR.
4. PERMIT TO CARRY FIREARM OUTSIDE RESIDENCE
(PTCFOR) – A written authority issued to individuals
who are under actual threat or whose lives are in
imminent danger due to the nature of their position,
occupation or calling. PTCFOR is issued by the
Chief, Philippine National Police. PTCFOR is valid
for One (1) year provided that the firearm license is
valid.

5. DUTY DETAIL ORDER – A written order issued by a

superior officer to his subordinates assigning to the
latter the performance of a specific task within or
outside his official station that is a part of his regular
duties.
6. MISSION ORDER – A written directive issued by a
competent authority to individuals who are under his
supervision and control for a definite purpose or objective
during a specified period and to such place or places
therein mentioned.

NO MISSION ORDER SHALL BE ISSUED TO ANY CIVILIAN

AGENT authorizing the same to carry firearm outside
residence unless the individual is:

a. included in the regular plantilla of the government

agency involved in law enforcement;
b. is receiving regular compensation for the services he
is rendering in the agency;
c. the civilian agent must be included in a special law
enforcement, police, intelligence project proposal or
special project which specifically requires the use of
firearm/s to insure its accomplishment.
1. The sidearm carried by a person in uniform shall be
placed in a holster securely attached to the belt.

2. Persons in uniform but without holster and those in

civilian clothes who are authorized to carry their
firearm outside residence shall ensure that their
firearm is concealed unless in actual use for
legitimate purpose.

3. The practice of flagrantly displaying a firearm or

tucking it at the waist while in uniform or civilian
clothes is prohibited.

4. Only firearms specifically described in the permit

shall be carried.
1. Those authorized to carry firearms shall not
bring said firearms inside public drinking
places. Cabarets, public dance halls and public
amusements places; or while attending civic,
political or religious rallies and meetings.

2. Carrying of long firearms is prohibited in Metro

Manila, chartered cities, provincial capitals and
other thickly populated areas or fiestas or other
large gatherings except when called for in the
performance of duty or accomplishment of
mission.
TO SUMMARIZE
-License to Possess Firearm & Ammunition is not an
authority to bring firearm outside residence;

-Your vehicle is not an extension of your residence;

-Your firearm license is valid for two (2) years;

-You have to renew your license with the PNP-FED

before it expires;

-PTCFOR is valid for one (1) year

provided that firearm license is current;

-PTCFOR and other Firearm Transport

Permits are automatically suspended
once Firearm License expires.
 REQUISITES FOR A
VALID SELF DEFENSE
Article 11 of our Revised Penal Code states the justifying
circumstances wherein anyone acting in defense of his
person or rights, do not incur any criminal liability.

First, Unlawful aggression;

Second, Reasonable necessity of the means employed

to prevent or repel it;

Third, Lack of sufficient provocation on the part of the

person defending himself.

ALL THREE MUST EXIST.

FOUR RULES OF GUN SAFETY

CONSIDER EVERY
GUN AS LOADED.
Never let the muzzle of a gun
point at anything that you do
not intend to shoot.
 Keep your finger
off the trigger
unless you are ready to fire.

X
Be sure of your target
and what lies beyond
and around it
before you shoot.
If a child finds a gun, they should be taught to:

- STOP and DO NOT TOUCH THE GUN.

- LEAVE THE AREA.

- TELL A RESPONSIBLE ADULT WHAT HE FOUND.

An adult who finds a gun should not touch what

he found also. Even if the adult is familiar with
gun safety, the gun could be essential evidence
that could be used in solving a crime and the
mere position of the gun could be important. Not
to mention fingerprints, blood or cartridge cases.
Obviously, the police should be notified first.
It is far better thing to
GUN PROOF YOUR
CHILDREN
than to
CHILD PROOF
a gun.
 Ten Commandments Of Gun Safety
It benefits all of us to stop for a minute and reflect
on the 10 Commandments of Gun Safety. If
you visibly practice safe gun handling, you’ll
be amazed at how it rubs off on those around
you.

1. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe

direction. Know where that muzzle is at all
times. Muzzle up may not be a good thing.

2. Always keep your finger off the trigger until

you are ready to shoot. The trigger is designed
to fire the gun, so stay away from it until the
gun is pointed at an appropriate target.
3. Always keep the gun unloaded until it is ready
to use. Never assume anything when it comes
to safety. Always check the magazine and
chamber before handling over a firearm or
handling it yourself.

4. Be sure the gun is safe to operate. If in doubt,

don’t use it. Have it professionally checked.

5. Know how to use the gun safety mechanism.

Take a few minutes to understand how it
works and how to safely load and unload the
firearm.

6. Use only the correct ammunition for your gun.

7. Know your target and what is beyond. Never
shoot at a skyline target. Never shoot over
water or ice, as bullets can ricochet.

8. Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.

Good eyewear is worth its weight in gold, as
you cannot replace your eyes. You’ll want to
wear ear protection as well. Since every time
you are exposed to noise levels above 90
decibels or so – and virtually every gunshot
far exceeds that – you lose a little more
hearing.

9. Never use alcohol or drugs before or while

shooting.
10. Store guns unloaded and not accessible to
unauthorized persons. Always keep
guns away from children. A child or those
unfamiliar with guns are often quite curious
about them. Always let them know that they
may only handle a firearm with your
supervision. Take them shooting, and show
them how you practice good gun safety
habits. But make sure that your guns are
locked away when not in use.
 RANGE SAFETY & ETIQUETTE
1. Make sure that your firearm is cased and unloaded when you
enter a shooting range.

2. The uncasing and casing of your firearm should always take

place at the designated “SAFETY AREA”.

3. The handling of ammunition in any “SAFETY AREA” is

prohibited.

4. If allowed to holster, firearm must be unloaded, hammer down

and with no magazine inserted. Handling of firearm in any
fashion outside the SAFETY AREA is not allowed without the
express authorization of the Range Officer.

5. Eye and ear protection must be worn at all times while on the
shooting range whether shooting or not.
6. When allowed to handle your firearm, always point the
muzzle of your firearm down range. Never hold your
firearm if there are people in front of you or with people
downrange.

7. In a firing line with no barriers, the person to your right

is always given priority unless otherwise stated.

8. Always announce that you are “firing” before you start

shooting to allow people to prepare for your firing.

9. Load firearm only upon the advice of your Range

Officer.

10. The Range Officer is the only boss inside the shooting
range.
 TIPS IN TRANSPORTING FIREARMS

1. Never carry your handgun in your pocket, purse or waistband.

Use a proper gun case or holster.

2. Always transport your firearm in a safe unloaded condition.

3. When carrying with a loaded chamber, make sure that the safety
mechanism is on. A safer option is to carry the pistol with a loaded
magazine but with an empty chamber.

4. For revolvers, carry loaded revolvers with an empty chamber

under the hammer.

5. Always bring the original copy of your firearm license and transport
permit or PTCFOR when transporting your firearm. Note that you
are required to show your documents when requested by any law
enforcement officer.
 Marksmanship
The skillful art of shooting
and hitting a target at a
given range or known
distance.
 STANCE

GRIP

BREATHE CONTROL

SIGHT ALIGNMENT &

PICTURE

TRIGGER CONTROL
 STANCE
1. CONTROL
2. ARMS
3. POSTURE
4. ALIGNMENT
5. NATURAL POINT OF AIM
6. STANCE WIDTH
 GRIP
Consistency and neutrality are the goals.
You should have a totally neutral feeling in each hand.
Achieving neutrality allows the Grip and Stance technique
to perform its most important function: ALLOWING THE
GUN TO RECOIL IN THE SAME DIRECTION, TO THE
SAME LEVEL, AND ON THE SAME PATH.

The Grip and Stance cannot control recoil in the sense of

stopping recoil. That’s not possible.
What is possible is control of the sight and the gun.
 BREATHE CONTROL
The breathing process provides the body with oxygen and
eliminates waste elements from the blood. Correct breathing
while shooting is essential to proper body functions.

A complete respiratory cycle last for 4–5 seconds (inhaling and

exhaling) and between each cycle, there is a pause of
2–3 seconds. This pause can be extended up to 10 seconds
without any special labor or unpleasant sensation.
IT IS DURING THIS PAUSE BETWEEN BREATHS
THAT THE SHOOTER SHOULD FIRE THE SHOT.

During the pause, the breathing muscles are relaxed thus the
shooter avoids strain from the diaphragm.
SIGHT ALIGNMENT
& SIGHT PICTURE
 SIGHT PICTURE
- Sight Picture is the relationship between
the rear sight and the front sight to the
target with respect to the eye.
 Traditional sighting instruction recommends a sight picture
that has front and rear sights aligned and the target sitting
directly atop the front post much like a cat on a fence. This is
also called a "Six O'Clock Hold” as the front sight is positioned
at the 6 mark on a clock face.

Some, however, prefer to take a "Center Hold," where the front

post is held directly in the middle of the target.

When using open sights, concentrate your focus on the front

sight, not on the target and not on the rear sight.

With three separate items before your eyes, any illusion that
you will be able to keep all three in sharp focus is exactly that,
an illusion. The eye can hold sharp focus on only one thing.
Make it the front sight.

A good sight picture will have the rear sight slightly fuzzy, the
target slightly fuzzy and the front sight razor-edge sharp.
 SIGHT ALIGNMENT
- Sight Alignment is the relationship between the rear
sight and the front sight with respect to the eye.
Sight alignment is exactly that. The front and the rear sight must
be aligned together and with the target. Typical open sights are
found in the following styles: Front Post and Rear Open; Front
Post and Rear Aperture; and Front and Rear Aperture.
The Front Post/Rear Open configuration is probably the most
common and familiar to the beginning shooter.

Proper alignment places the front sight exactly in the center of

the rear sight's opening. The top of the front sight should be
exactly level with the top of the rear sight. The same principle
applies to other variations. With the Front Post/Rear Aperture,
the Front Post must appear in the absolute center of the circular
aperture of the rear sight. Equal amounts of "daylight" should be
seen to either side of the front sight.
Among the most common sight alignment errors is locating
the front sight in a different position inside the rear notch.
This will result in a dispersion of the shots on the target,
since the bullets will tend to strike in the direction in which
the front sight is positioned in the notch.  The results of this
aiming error, known as "Angular Shift Error" are illustrated
below:
 TRIGGER CONTROL
Is the method used to apply pressure on the trigger so
that the shot can be fired with the least amount of
disturbance to sight alignment. It is the independent
action of the trigger with uniform increasing pressure
straight to the rear after the slack has been taken.

Proper Trigger Control is another key ingredient in the

accurate and safe shot.
For rifle and pistol shooting, the trigger must be
squeezed slowly and steadily. As the sight picture takes
shape, increase pressure on the trigger in a motion
drawing the finger and trigger straight to the rear. The
instant the trigger disengages the sear and the shot is
fired should come as a surprise, because your
concentration is focused on the sight picture.
FOLLOW THROUGH is the continued and
physical application of the fundamentals after
each round has been fired. The shooter
must not shift his position, move his head or
bring down the pistol for a few seconds after
firing a shot.

CALLING THE SHOTS is the prediction of

the shots on where the hits are on the target.
ERRORS IN TRIGGER CONTROL

FLINCHING - muscular tension or reaction

in anticipation of the recoil. It is caused by
moving the head, closing the eyes, moving
the shoulder to the rear or combination.

JERKING - an attempt to make the pistol

fire at a certain instant by rapidly applying
pressure on the trigger.
 SHOTGUN HANDLING TECHNIQUES
In the final analysis, the proper handgun stance is the
stance that allows the individual to deliver one aimed,
controlled shot after another safely, efficiently, and
comfortably.

Shotgun shooting has its unique characteristics. For

one thing, instead of the steady squeeze so necessary
for rifle and handgun shooting, shotgun trigger
technique requires a slap of the trigger! For another,
the emphasis is not so much on aiming as it is on
pointing. But, first things first.
Accurate shotgun shooting requires quick reflexive
coordination among eyes, body and gun. This dynamic
action requires a smooth, fluid motion launched from a
stable, comfortable, and relaxed stance.
One sports analogy to the proper shotgun stance
likens it to that of the boxer. Feet spread apart, good
balance, slight forward lean and bend at the knees,
arms and body free to swing either left or right. Natural
quickness is the hallmark here.

Experts recommend the following sequence for

properly mounting the shotgun to your shoulder. Keep
both eyes on the target. Bring the stock to the cheek
(not the cheek to the stock). The trigger hand elbow is
raised shoulder level. Snug the stock back against the
shoulder. Lean slightly toward the target, but not so
much that you impair your ability to swing left or right.
When you see the gun's muzzle "touch" the target,
give a crisp, quick pull (the "slap") on the trigger.