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Tulfo proposes mandatory storage inspections for gun license applicants
Senator Raffy Tulfo is advocating for stricter gun ownership requirements, including mandatory inspections of storage facilities before firearm licenses are issued. The proposal aims to tighten regulations governing civilian gun ownership in the Philippines.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Senator Raffy Tulfo has renewed calls for stricter gun ownership rules, proposing that authorities conduct mandatory inspections of storage facilities as a prerequisite for issuing licenses to own and possess firearms (LTOPF).
Tulfo emphasized the need to review and strengthen existing gun ownership laws to enhance public safety. The senator's push for storage facility checks reflects broader concerns about proper firearm handling and secure storage practices among civilian gun owners.
The proposal would require applicants for firearm licenses to demonstrate adequate storage capabilities before approval. Such measures, according to Tulfo's position, are necessary to prevent unauthorized access to weapons and reduce risks associated with improper gun storage.
The proposal comes amid ongoing debates in the Philippines about gun control measures and civilian firearm ownership regulations. If enacted, the mandatory storage inspections would add another layer of scrutiny to the firearm licensing process, which currently involves background checks and other requirements.