Jamaica opposition seeks judicial discretion clause in firearms sentencing bill

Jamaica's opposition PNP is pushing for an 'exceptional circumstances clause' in the Firearms Act amendment that would raise the mandatory minimum sentence for illegal firearm possession from 15 to 20 years. The government has not yet responded, leaving the legislative outcome uncertain. This is a domestic political development with no direct market impact.

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