The issue became widely discussed online when “Je Ae” shared her personal experience about applying for the P.3 document required for firearm ownership. She explained that her son, a shooting athlete, encountered problems with the paperwork, preventing the process from moving forward.
On 14 March 2026, “Je Ae” Nattharin Kasemsanpipat, a well-known influencer, spoke on the DEEP TALK program on Channel 8 about her son, who is a shooting athlete but faced difficulties obtaining the P.3 document.
She revealed that she initially tried to follow the standard procedures, but the steps were complicated and time-consuming, even though her son is a shooting athlete who needs a firearm for training and competition.
However, she decided to call directly Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to seek advice on how to proceed with the application process.
Je Ae stated that after a brief conversation, the obstacles were quickly resolved, which relieved her. She felt that receiving clear guidance from the authorities helped smooth the process.
This issue has since become a widely discussed topic on social media, drawing both support and questions about the firearm licensing procedures and the role of officials in assisting citizens with such problems.
The P.3 document is an important permit that legally allows citizens to purchase firearms from stores, subject to approval by the local registrar in every case.
Source: DEEP TALK | Channel 8