Panel Discussion

Jamaica’s Fight Against Violent Crime-The Firearm Bill

On this panel discussion, we take a closer look at a pivotal piece of legislation in Jamaica’s fight against violent crime- The Firearm Bill , which is currently before a Joint Select Committee of Parliament. The legislation seeks to introduce harsher penalties for offences connected to the illicit trade, manufacture, stockpiling, possession and use of illegal guns. Our welcomed guests are Valerie Neita Robertson QC and Peter Champagnie QC.

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