Law Summary
Legal References and Authority
- The amendment refers to Section 5(d) of RA 5487, as amended.
- It specifically amends Sections 2(b) and 3(d) in Rule V of the 2003 Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of RA 5487.
Qualifications for Private Security Personnel Under RA 5487
- Must be a Filipino citizen.
- Must be a high school graduate.
- Must be physically and mentally fit.
- Age must be not less than 21 and not more than 50 years.
- Must be at least 5 feet 4 inches in height.
- Must not suffer from disqualifications as provided by law.
Conflict in Previous Implementing Rules and Regulations
- The 2003 IRR of RA 5487 erroneously stated the minimum age as 18 years old.
- This created inconsistency with the actual law that sets the minimum age at 21.
Implications of RA 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Act)
- Requires firearm licensees to be Filipino citizens at least 21 years old.
- Applicants must have gainful work or business and must have filed an Income Tax Return.
- Private security guards aged 18 to 20 in possession of firearms risk violating the law.
Specific Amendments Made
- Section 2(b) of Rule V, 2003 IRR amended to state "Not less than twenty-one (21) years of age."
- Section 3(d) of Rule V, 2003 IRR amended to state "Not less than twenty-one (21) years of age nor more than fifty (50) years of age (for new applicants and SGs in non-supervisory position)."
Repealing Clause
- All Philippine National Police (PNP) issuances inconsistent with this Circular are amended or repealed.
Effectivity
- The Circular takes effect fifteen (15) days after filing a copy with the University of the Philippines Law Center.
- This is pursuant to Sections 3 and 4 of Chapter 2, Book VII of Executive Order No. 292 (Revised Administrative Code of 1987, as amended).