Punjab Draft Would Toughen Penalties for Illegal Weapons
After a reported 15-day surrender window, offenders could face life imprisonment.
Punjab is preparing tougher penalties for illegal weapons possession under a proposed ordinance drafted by the Crime Control Department (CCD).
The text is still a draft. The update is explicit that the penalties are not in force yet.
What the illegal weapons draft would do
Anyone found holding illegal weapons will reportedly have 15 days to surrender them voluntarily. After the deadline, offenders could face life imprisonment and confiscation of their property.
The draft is awaiting approval from the Punjab Governor, so the proposed penalties are not yet in force.
Our verdict
The CCD draft would open a reported 15-day window to surrender illegal weapons, then allow life imprisonment and property confiscation. None of that applies until the Punjab Governor approves it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is being proposed?
Tougher penalties for illegal weapons possession, in an ordinance drafted by the Crime Control Department.
How long would people have to surrender weapons?
Reportedly 15 days, and the surrender would be voluntary.
What could follow the deadline?
Life imprisonment and confiscation of property.
Is this the law now?
No. The draft is awaiting the Punjab Governor, so the proposed penalties are not yet in force.
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