Republic Act No. 3553: An act to prohibit the possession of deadly arrow

In plain language

The Act prohibits the possession of deadly arrows or 'pana' without a mayor’s permit, establishes penalties, allows permits for livelihood purposes, and becomes effective upon approval.

Prohibition of possession without permit

Imprisonment penalty of 30 days to 6 months

Mayors may issue permits for livelihood use

Act effective upon approval

Prohibition

Arrows

Possession

Legal Penalties

REPUBLIC ACT No. 3553

AN ACT TO PROHIBIT THE POSSESSION OF DEADLY ARROW

Section 1

Any person who possesses a deadly arrow or "pana" without permit from a city, municipal, or municipal district mayor, shall be punished by imprisonment for a period of not less than thirty days nor more than six months. The phrase "deadly arrow or 'pana'" as used in this Act means any arrow or dart that when shot from a blow or slingshot can cause injury or death of a person.

Section 2

Any city, municipal or municipal district mayor may issue a permit to any individual to possess a deadly arrow or "pana" if such is to be used to earn a livelihood for such individual.

Section 3

This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Approved: June 21, 1963

For information and research only, and not legal advice. This text may not reflect later amendments. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.