No, brass knuckles are classified as prohibited weapons under Republic Act No. 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act) and its 2026 amendments, which expand the list of banned implements. The Philippine National Police (PNP) Firearms and Explosives Office (FEO) enforces this prohibition, treating possession as a criminal offense under the Revised Penal Code. Violations may result in imprisonment or hefty fines.
Key Regulations for Brass Knuckles in Philippines
- Prohibited Status: Brass knuckles are explicitly listed as “death or inflicting serious injury weapons” under PNP FEO Circular No. 2023-05, aligning with RA 10591’s 2026 revisions.
- Penalties: Unauthorized possession carries a minimum of 12 years imprisonment under Article 263 of the Revised Penal Code, with fines up to ₱500,000.
- Exceptions: No legal exemptions exist for private ownership, including for historical or decorative purposes, per PNP’s 2024 operational guidelines.