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Bolsonaro alters controversial gun decree
President Jair Bolsonaro has made changes to his decree loosening gun ownership rules, after congressional leaders and members of the Justice system called it “unconstitutional.” However, while he did remove some controversial points of the legislation, he also added some others. First, what was scrapped from the decree:
- Assault rifles are no longer allowed. With the exception of guns used for hunting, only handguns will be permitted. Certain types of ammunition (incendiary, chemical) will be restricted.
- If someone is caught carrying a weapon under the influence, they will lose their permit. Furthermore, permit renewals will require proof of employment, technical capacity, and mental health exams.
- Activities in shooting clubs will no longer be open to any minor with permission from a parent or guardian. Now, only teens of 14 to 18 years old, with permission from both parents, can go to gun ranges.
Gun decree — What has been included:
- While residents of rural areas can bear arms, the president included...