President of the Jamaica Rifle Association, JRA, Major John Nelson has resigned his post following alleged controversy over a rifle transaction gone wrong. CVM LIVE understands that a probe into the transaction led to Nelson’s dealership licenses being revoked...
Despite the complications of the new Firearms Act, Attorney at Law Peter Champagnie is appealing to the public to appreciate the full legal landscape. He also notes significant plans by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to appeal aspects of the law deemed...
The Jamaican Bar Association (JAMBAR) is calling on the government to revisit the new Firearms Act. Under the new act President, Alexander Williams says the minimum sentence for failure to renew firearm licenses is 15 years. At least one St Catherine man was...
We explore the national security environment, in a moment of considerable change, as several key legislations intended to positively impact public safety take effect, including the Road Traffic Act and the Firearms Act. We ask, is Jamaica’s national security...
Until recently, no charges were on the books specific to the stockpiling of guns and ammunition or trafficking in such weaponry in Jamaica. However, with the amended Firearms Act of 2022, sources admit four persons linked to a criminal syndicate involved in several...
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