Problems in Firearms possession under the Firearms Ammunition Act B.E 2490: Ammunition, Explosives, Fireworks and Imitation Firearms

Abstract

It is becoming more common for criminals to use firearms nowadays, which causes significant harm. While having a gun for self-defense is a good thing, having a gun for exploitation or crime is bad for society as a whole. A license period should be established to monitor licensees and strict rules should be established for getting a firearm license.

The registrar's approval is required before possessing a handgun legally. The Firearms Act Ammunition B.E.2490 states that ammunition, explosives, fireworks, and imitation firearms should be approved in accordance with the requirements of individuals who will be allowed to possess the firearm, but the registrar retains the last decision on whether to grant such authorization. The length of a firearms license is unlimited. Due to the lack of defined means to check, it can be problematic whether a firearm is with an owner who has a valid license or has been transferred to another person after being granted ownership. This causes issues with the replacement of illegal possession of firearms and could be the reason that people utilize such firearms to commit crimes.

According to the Firearms Act Ammunition B.E.2490, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, and imitation firearms must be able to prove that the licensee is in possession of firearms that are legal to possess under the license. Strict qualification requirements for firearms licensees and the firearms license period apply. This will assist in avoiding the illegal transfer of weapons and reduce the issue of firearms being used in crimes using unlicensed firearms.