QuestionsQuestions (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 164)
The EO aims to facilitate the preparedness of Philippine gun club members for world competition events by improving screening/selection of participants, encouraging regular practice, and addressing the shortage of duly authorized shooting ranges that may lead to improper and dangerous target practices.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is directed to spearhead and expedite the processing of applications for gun club establishment, subject to applicable laws and PNP rules and regulations.
He or she must be a bonafide gun club member and must possess none of the disqualifications provided by law.
They may apply for licenses to possess shooting units up to, but not to exceed, .45 caliber for pistols/sidearms and for sidearms and 5.56 and 7.62 for semi-auto competition rifles.
No. Section 2 expressly provides that fully automatic models shall not be so licensed.
Not more than 15 units sidearms and 6 units rifles, and 5,000 rounds of ammunition for the licensed units.
The EO identifies the standard calibers used in Action/Practical Shooting and revolvers and the standard rifle calibers for CAMP PERRY MATCHES, which informs the limits and scope of what firearms are contemplated for competition-related ownership and licensing.
Section 3 requires the PNP to issue the necessary rules and regulations to implement the EO. Compliance depends on both the EO and subsequent implementing regulations.
All preceding circulars, letters-directive, and memoranda on the subject inconsistent with EO No. 164 are revoked and modified accordingly.
It takes effect immediately upon issuance. “Immediately” means it applies without waiting for a later date, though implementing details may require PNP regulations.
You would argue that the EO’s specific limits apply but are also subject to other applicable firearm-related laws. Thus, even if the EO allows certain quantities/calibers, eligibility can still fail if disqualifications under other laws exist.
It requires local talents be screened and selected by appropriate authorities/structures to determine the best representatives for world competition. While the EO mentions PNP for licensing and gun club establishment, the selection and screening aspect implies coordination by relevant sports/competition bodies and the PNP-regulated environment for practice.
Under Section 2, the EO prohibits possessing more than 15 sidearms (and more than the other caps) “at any one time.” The member would be out of compliance with the EO’s licensing/policy limitations, which may affect license issuance/continuance or require adjustment to lawful levels.
It clarifies that PNP actions cannot override other legal disqualifications. If the applicant has disqualifications provided by law, they cannot qualify as a bonafide gun club member for purposes of applying under Section 2.
It links safety and legality of practice to authorized facilities and properly maintained equipment, reducing dangerous or improper practices that could arise from shortages of authorized ranges.