Regulation of Air Rifles as Firearms

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 712: Regulation of Air Rifles as Firearms

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Regulation of Air Rifles as Firearms

Law: Executive Order No. 712

Decision Date: Jul 28, 1981

An executive order issued in 1981 by President Ferdinand E. Marcos regulates the manufacture, sale, and possession of air rifles/pistols in the Philippines, classifying them as firearms or toys based on criteria set by the Chief of the Philippine Constabulary, and requiring compliance with licensing requirements for those classified as firearms.

Law Summary

Regulatory Authority and Criteria for Classification

The Chief of the Philippine Constabulary is tasked to establish criteria to determine if an air rifle/pistol is a firearm or a toy based on Section 877.

Applicability of Licensing Requirements

Air rifles/pistols classified as firearms must comply with the same licensing requirements as firearms under the Revised Administrative Code.

Authority Over Licenses and Dealerships

The Chief of the Philippine Constabulary has exclusive authority to approve or deny applications related to manufacture, sale, possession, and dealership of air rifles/pistols regardless of their classification.

Rulemaking and Implementation

The Chief of the Philippine Constabulary, with the approval of the Minister of National Defense, will prescribe the implementing rules and regulations for this Executive Order.

Repeal and Amendment of Conflicting Orders

Any existing Executive Orders that conflict with this Order are repealed or amended accordingly to ensure consistency and effective enforcement.

Effective Date

This Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.

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