The Firearms and Licensing Board, established under the authority of the Firearms Act, Chapter 14.12 of the Revised laws of Saint Lucia, regulate firearm licensing in Saint Lucia. Its mandate is to receive and consider applications for firearm licences and permits, grant, renew, amend or revoke such licences, and approve designated institutions for training in firearms and ammunition. It also promotes and supervises public education on the safe and effective use of firearms and ammunition and performs any other functions assigned by law. The Board is composed of the Commissioner of Police, who serves as Chairperson (or a nominee), the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, and three additional persons of high integrity appointed by the Minister with Cabinet approval for a three-year term. Until the Board is fully convened, the Commissioner of Police retains responsibility for firearm licensing.
