Question & AnswerQ&A (GENERAL ORDER NO. 22)
Each individual may hold under license a maximum of one low-powered rifle caliber .22 or shotgun not heavier than 12 gauge and one pistol or revolver not higher than caliber .38 (excluding certain magnums and high-powered firearms).
No, they may hold under license a maximum of one low-powered rifle caliber .22 or shotgun not heavier than 12 gauge and one sidearm of any type or caliber.
They must deposit all licensed firearms in excess of the allowed number, type, and caliber with the Firearms and Explosives Units, Headquarters Philippine Constabulary or the nearest Constabulary Provincial Headquarters.
Yes, members of registered gun clubs may possess/carry their duly licensed firearms of the authorized type and caliber outside their residence, as well as firearms loaned to them by the Philippine Constabulary for target shooting, following specific rules and regulations.
It constitutes a violation of pertinent provisions of related General Orders and will be penalized pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 9, dated October 2, 1972.
The Chief of Constabulary has the authority to prescribe necessary regulations for the Order's effective implementation.
To limit the number, type, and caliber of licensed firearms in private hands to restore peace and order without discouraging the wholesome sport of target shooting.
Caliber .357 millimeter magnum and caliber .22 centerfire magnum, as well as firearms classified later as high-powered by the Chief of Constabulary, are not allowed.
It was promulgated pursuant to Proclamation No. 1081 dated September 21, 1972, and Presidential Decree No. 9 dated October 2, 1972.
Low-powered firearms include a rifle caliber .22 and shotguns not heavier than 12 gauge.