Firearms Act

JRA President Resigns Following Alleged Transaction Breach

President of the Jamaica Rifle Association, JRA, Major John Nelson has resigned his post following alleged controversy over a rifle…

1 year ago

Attorney ‘Appreciate Full Legal Landscape’

Despite the complications of the new Firearms Act, Attorney at Law Peter Champagnie is appealing to the public to appreciate the…

2 years ago

JAMBAR Calls Government to Review New Firearms Act

The Jamaican Bar Association (JAMBAR) is calling on the government to revisit the new Firearms Act. Under the new act…

2 years ago

Is Jamaica’s National Security Environment At A Crossroads?

We explore the national security environment, in a moment of considerable change,  as several key legislations intended to positively impact public safety…

2 years ago

Four Charged Under New Firearms Act

Until recently, no charges were on the books specific to the stockpiling of guns and ammunition or trafficking in such weaponry…

2 years ago

Concerns Brewing Amid Passage of New Firearms Act

There is growing discontent among some members of the legal fraternity, following the recently passed new Firearms Act. At least…

2 years ago

Addressing the Growing Crime Problem: New Firearm Bill

On September 7 the House of Representatives passed the new Firearms Act. The act is expected to give the police…

2 years ago

New Firearms Bill Approved in Parliament 

The new Firearms Bill was approved in the House of Representatives on Wednesday, with the support of opposition members of the…

2 years ago

New Firearms Act Expected to Deter Gun Crimes

From fines in the millions, imprisonment for life, to a gun amnesty and firearms registry, the new Firearms Act of 2022 is…

2 years ago

“New Firearms Act- No Provision for Exceptional Circumstances” – QC

Queen's Counsel Peter Champagnie is proposing mandatory DNA testing be done as part of the investigation when guns are seized from an accused…

3 years ago