Citation(s) from the GunPolicy.org literature library
Jamaica. 2018 ‘International Transfers.’ National Report of Jamaica on its Implementation of the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects (UNPoA); Section III (Question 5.12), p. 9. New York NY: Permanent Mission of Jamaica to the United Nations. 1 January
Relevant contents
5.12 During the reporting period, was action taken against groups or individuals engaged in transferring SALW illegally (e.g. prosecution) YES
5.12.1 Details:
During the period of review, over 1,300 persons were arrested for breaches against the Firearms Act (1967), which included persons who committed offences involving the unauthorised transfer of firearms and/or ammunition.
[SALW = Small Arms and Light Weapons]