Title
LTO Firearms Mission Letter Guidelines
Law
Lto Memorandum
Decision Date
Jan 3, 2014
LTO Regional Directors are authorized to issue Mission Letters for government firearm holders, allowing them to carry firearms outside their residences under strict guidelines, including compliance with specific project approvals and limitations on firearm display and locations.

Questions (LTO MEMORANDUM)

The memorandum cites Section 7.13.6 of the IRR of Republic Act No. 10591 (RA 10591, the Comprehensive Law on Firearms and Ammunition) dated May 29, 2013.

The bearer must sign an undertaking certifying that they have read and fully understood the contents of the mission order and bind themselves to strictly comply with the instructions.

After their tour of duty, the firearms should be returned to the property custodian for safekeeping in the depository.

Yes, provided they are covered by a Mission Order stating the period and the places covered.

As a general rule, firearms shall be carried only while in proper uniform.

The sidearm must be placed in a holster securely attached to the belt.

They must ensure that their firearms are concealed in a case/bag except during actual use for a legitimate purpose.

They must ensure firearms are concealed in a case/bag except during actual use for a legitimate purpose.

Fragrantly displaying a firearm or tucking it in the waist while in uniform or in civilian clothes is prohibited.

Only firearms specifically described in the mission letter/orders shall be carried by the personnel concerned.

They shall not bring firearms in public drinking places, cabarets, public dance halls, public amusement places, places of worship, malls, markets, or while attending civic, political and religious rallies and meetings.

It should be sufficient to finish the mission but not more than ten (10) days.

Mission Letter/Mission Orders of Regional Directors and Assistant Regional Directors must be approved and evaluated by the undersigned (as stated in the memorandum).

It emphasizes strict compliance with the approval, evaluation, and guidelines for mission letters/orders.


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