Nationwide Gun Ban to Take Effect in Philippines Ahead of 2025 Elections

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Nationwide Gun Ban to Take Effect in Philippines Ahead of 2025 Elections
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A nationwide gun ban will be implemented in the Philippines starting January 12, 2025, lasting until June 11, 2025, in anticipation of the May 2025 elections. The ban aims to reduce election-related violence and is outlined in Comelec Resolution No. 11067. The resolution prohibits the carrying of firearms outside of residences or places of business. Exemptions apply to certain officials, private individuals under specific circumstances, and authorized personnel from law enforcement agencies.

A nationwide gun ban will be implemented starting Sunday, January 12 as the election period for the May 2025 polls. Here are the details, provisions, and penalties of the gun ban under Commission on Election Resolution No.

• Filing and submission of requirements of exemptions - Must be filed electronically starting November 18, 2024, and ending on May 28, 2025, which can be completed under the official COMELEC website.• Reporting Requirements - An initial report for Certificates of Candidacy must be submitted two weeks after the end of the filing period. Subsequent reports will be required every two weeks after the initial submission and will become weekly upon the start of the election period.

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