HISTORY

October 1, 1980 – Creation of Civil Security Force Command (CSFC)

Tasked to exercise administrative and operational control in the regulation of the

firearms, explosive, and security agency industries.

Offices under CSFC:

 Firearms and Explosives Unit (FEU)

 Supervisory Unit for Security and Investigation Agency (SUSIA)
 Reserve Affairs Unit (RAU)
 Integrated Constabulary Home Defenses Force (ICHDF)
 Regional Civil Security Force Districts (RCSFDs).

1991 – Philippine National Police (PNP) – Civil Security Command (CIVISCOM)

and it took control of the following:

 Firearms and Explosives Division (FED)

 Security Agencies and Guards Supervision Division (SAGSD)
 Law Enforcement Training Affairs Division (LETAD)
 16 Regional Civil Security District (RCSDs)
 5 Sub-districts in the National Capital Region (NCR)

1996 - CIVISCOM  was renamed as the Civil Security Group (CSG)

September 24, 2009, NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2010-321:

 FED was renamed to Firearms Explosives Office (FEO)

 SAGSD was renamed to Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation
Agencies (SOSIA)

2011 - Upgrading of Rank of Director, CSG

 May 10, 2011, NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2011-136

 Rank of CSG Director – Police Director

2016 - Activation of CSG Regional Civil Security Units (RCSUs)

 April 5, 2016, DPL issued NHQ-PNP General Orders No. DPL-15-21 pursuant to

NAPOLCOM Resolution No. 2016-24
 November 2016, Operationalization of RCSUs

FUNCTIONS
The Civil Security Group (CSG) is the main regulatory office of the Philippine National
Police (PNP) that exercises administrative and operational control over the firearms,
explosives and private security industries.

MISSION

To efficiently and effectively administer regulatory services on firearms, explosives and

private security industries.

"Gun laws" redirects here. For a description of the concept, see Gun control. For other uses,
see Gun Law (disambiguation).
Gun laws and policies (collectively referred to as firearms regulation or gun control) regulate the
manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, modification and use of small arms by civilians.
Laws of some countries may afford civilians a right to keep and bear arms, and have
more liberal gun laws than neighboring jurisdictions. Countries which regulate access to firearms will
typically restrict access to certain categories of firearms and then restrict the categories of persons
who may be granted a license for access to such firearms. There may be separate licenses
for hunting, sport shooting (a.k.a. target shooting), self-defense, collecting, and concealed carry, with
different sets of requirements, permissions, and responsibilities.
Gun laws are often enacted with the intention of reducing the use of small arms in criminal activity,
specifying weapons perceived as being capable of inflicting the greatest damage and those most-
easily concealed, such as handguns and other short-barreled weapons. Persons restricted from
legal access to firearms may include those below a certain age or having a criminal record. Firearm
licenses may be denied to those felt most at risk of harming themselves or others, such as persons
with a history of domestic violence, alcoholism or substance abuse, mental illness, depression, or
attempted suicide. Those applying for a firearm license may have to demonstrate competence by
completing a gun-safety course and show provision for a secure location to store weapons.
The legislation which restricts small arms may also restrict other weapons, such as explosives,
crossbows, swords, electroshock weapons, air guns, and pepper spray. It may also restrict firearm
accessories, notably high-capacity magazines and sound suppressors. There may be restrictions on
the quantity or types of ammunition purchased, with certain types prohibited. Due to the global scope
of this article, detailed coverage cannot be provided on all these matters; the article will instead
attempt to briefly summarize each country's weapon laws in regard to small arms use and ownership
by civilians. A 2016 review of studies from 10 countries found that stronger laws regulating firearms
is associated with a reduction in firearm-related deaths, including suicides.[1] A 2017 review found
that in the US, stronger firearm laws are associated with a reduction in the rate of firearm homicides.
[2]

History of firearm laws in the Philippines[edit]

Gun control was a small issue in the Philippines. However, this became an issue during the various
armed insurgencies that plagued the country in the 1960s and 1970s by Islamic militants in
Mindanao and communist groups throughout the country.
Strict gun control was enacted in 1972 under the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos. Under
Proclamation No. 1081, citizens were banned from carrying a firearm outside of their residences.
Though, despite the government claims that this was a temporary gun control law, citizens often fell
victim to door-to-door searches for firearms. Confiscated firearms were not returned.
During the 2010 election season, on January 10, a ban was implemented which completely
prohibited citizens from carrying firearms into the public, with no exceptions. Off-duty police officers
carrying their guns in the public were arrested for failure to comply with the law. This gun ban was a
measure to prevent political killings, as the Philippines often deals with armed conflict during
elections such as the Maguindanao Massacre.[3] This move saw opposition from the gun lobby,
especially from members of PROGUN.
On May 29, 2014 Benigno Aquino III signed Republic Act 10591.[4] This required gunsmiths to
contain licenses to repair registered firearms. The law also required gun owners to renew their
licenses every two years, and registration of their guns every four years. Failure to comply will result
in revocation as well as confiscation of guns.
This new law also required people who wish to carry their firearms outside of their residence to apply
for a Permit to Carry, under good reason. These permits are often given to high-profile people.

Gun law in the Philippines

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Most laws regarding civilian ownership of firearms in
the Philippines concern registration and background checks. There is also focus on disarming
various militant groups, such as the Islamic separatist groups in Mindanao and the communist rebel
groups such as the New People's Army. The Philippines has also enacted laws as a result of many
incidents of armed political violence during elections
During his presidency Ferdinand Marcos implemented gun confiscations against citizens. These
were part of his martial law regime, what he referred to as "The New Society" or the Bagong
Lipunan, as well as to quell the Moro separatist groups in Mindanao. Since then, gun control has
become a moderate and strong issue in the Philippines.
The ownership of firearms in the Philippines is regulated by the Firearms and Explosives Division of
the Philippine National Police. In order to possess a firearm in the Philippines, a person must be at a
minimum age of 21 years and pass a background check to be issued a Possession License. They
must also take a firearms training and safety course. Any history of mental illnesses and/or domestic
violence within the individual or the family will cause an applicant to have his request rejected.
Guns are used for hunting, target shooting, self-protection and security purposes. Filipinos can carry
pistols and handguns in public by acquiring a Permit to Carry.[1]
PROGUN is the main gun lobby of the Philippines, which is an organization meant to protect
Filipino gun rights as well as to endorse politicians who will do so.
According to a 2014 study, there are 1,700,000 licensed firearms owners and 3,900,000 privately
owned guns (legally and illegally) in the country.[2]

Current gun ownership law[edit]

Republic Act 10591[edit]
Qualifications to carry guns were set forward by Republic Act 10591 (RA 10591) or the
Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, an act providing for a comprehensive law
on firearms and ammunition and providing penalties for violations thereof. RA 10591 stipulates that
people seeking to carry a gun may apply for a Permit to Carry (PTC). PTCs are granted on a May-
Issue basis at the discretion of the issuing authorit A qualified person may apply for a PTC if he or
she is under actual threat or is in imminent danger due to the nature of his or her profession,
occupation, or business. The law specifies professionals who are considered to be in imminent
danger due to the nature of their profession, occupation or business. These include lawyers or
members of the Philippine Bar, certified public accountants, accredited media practitioners, cashiers,
bank tellers, priests, ministers, rabbis and imams, physicians, nurses, and engineers. Businessmen
who, by nature of their business or undertaking, are exposed to the high risk of being targets of
criminal elements are also allowed to apply for PTC.
Section 10 of RA 10591 also specifies the firearms that may be registered. Only small firearms may
be registered by licensed citizens or licensed juridical entities for ownership, possession, and
concealed carrying.
The act also provides for the procurement of arms for use by law enforcement and military
personnel. It states that a light weapon shall be lawfully acquired or possessed exclusively by
the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Philippine National Police (PNP) and other law enforcement
agencies authorized by the president in the performance of their duties.

Licensing and registration[edit]

RA 10591 lays out the licensing and registration requirements for firearms.
First and foremost, all firearms must be registered with the PNP. Firearms for use in sports and
competitions also require licensing. Firearm and ammunition manufacturers must also apply for
licenses. Gun stores are also required to have a license based on the new law for the purchase and
sale of guns, as well as general business in handling firearms and ammunition. Gunsmiths must also
apply for a license before they may repair registered firearms.
Current laws require gun owners to renew their licenses every two years on or before the date of
expiration. If they fail to renew their licenses, it will be automatically revoked, resulting in the lawful
confiscation of the firearm by the PNP.
The registration of the firearm must also be renewed every four years. Failure to renew the
registration of the firearm on or before the date of expiration shall cause the revocation of the license
of the firearm. The firearm shall be confiscated or forfeited in favor of the government.
Failure to renew a license or registration within the periods mandated by the new law on two
occasions shall cause the holder of the firearm to be perpetually disqualified from applying for any
firearm license.
The application for the renewal of the license or registration may be submitted to the Firearms and
Explosives Office (FEO) of the PNP within six months before the date of the expiration of such
license or registration.[5]

Sources[edit]
1. ^ Brown, Sophie (15 January 2014).  "Accountants and priests can carry guns under new laws in the
Philippines". CNN.
2. ^ Philip Alpers. "Guns in the Philippines — Firearms, gun law and gun control".  gunpolicy.org.
3. ^ McIndoe, Alastair (13 January 2010).  "Philippines Bans Guns During Election Campaign". Time.
4. ^ Felipe, Cecille Suerte (July 27, 2013).  "New gun control law to take effect in September".  The
Philippine Star.  ABS-CBN.
5. ^ "Republic Act No. 10591".  Official Gazette (Philippines). 29 May 2013.