PNP renews call for permanent gun ban

By Abigail Kwok INQUIRER.net
First Posted 19:46:00 11/17/2010

Citing a dip in crime incidents during the election gun ban period, the Philippine National Police on Wednesday renewed its call to prohibit the carrying of firearms amid opposition from pro-gun groups.

MANILA, Philippines—Citing a dip in crime incidents during the election gun ban period, the Philippine National Police on Wednesday renewed its call to prohibit the carrying of firearms amid opposition from pro-gun groups.

The proposed permanent gun ban involves limiting the issuances of permits to carry guns outside of residence (PTCFOR) as well as strict screening of applicants for PTCFORs.

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Steve