Remulla urges Congress: No bail, 20 years jail for loose guns
Philippine Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla is pushing for legislative amendments to make the possession of loose firearms a non-bailable offense with a 20-year prison sentence. He argues that current laws are too lenient and contribute to rising crime rates, specifically citing recent school shooting incidents.
Why it matters
This proposal represents a significant shift in Philippine criminal justice policy regarding gun control and public safety enforcement.
Manila Bulletin - Remulla urges Congress: No bail, 20 years jail for loose guns
Remulla urges Congress: No bail, 20 years jail for loose guns
Remulla disclosed that congressional leaders are already working on proposed amendments to strengthen the country's firearms law, with action on the measure being expedited.
Remulla emphasized that preventing firearms from falling into unauthorized hands requires both stronger laws against loose firearms and greater responsibility from legitimate gun owners in securing their weapons.
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