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The number of election gun ban violators who were arrested by authorities nationwide has reached 554, the Commission on Elections said, according to a report by Carlo Mateo on Super Radyo dzBB Saturday.As of 7 p.m. Friday, there were 521 civilians, 18 security guards, four Armed Forces of the Philippines members, four foreigners, and others nabbed for violating the gun ban in effect since January 12.
Garcia said those found violating the election gun ban may face imprisonment and disqualification from public office.READ: LIST: Details of gun ban during election periodThe election period for the May 2025 midterm national and local elections began on January 12.To prevent election-related violence, stricter security measures were to be enforced, including a gun ban and the establishment of checkpoints.At checkpoints, only visual inspections are allowed.
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