June 1, 2012
The government implemented a gun amnesty ahead of the introduction of the new law
Venezuela has brought a new gun law into effect which bans the commercial sale of firearms and ammunition.
...Under the new law, only the army, police and certain groups like security companies will be able to buy arms from the state-owned weapons manufacturer and importer.
The ban is the latest attempt by the government to improve security and cut crime ahead of elections in October.
...The government has been running a gun amnesty in the run-up to the introduction of the new law to try to encourage people to give up their illegal arms without fear of consequences.
Analysis---By Sarah GraingerBBC News, Caracas
Besides the health of President Chavez, security is the main concern for voters ahead of presidential elections in October.
While voters don't seem to hold Mr Chavez responsible for the insecurity, the situation has worsened throughout his 13 years in office.
...Criminal violence is set to be a major issue in presidential elections later in the year..."
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And this:
Crime in Venezuela...which has the second highest murder rate in the world
2018----"Crime in Venezuela is widespread, with violent crimes such as murder and kidnapping often increasing annually. The United Nations has attributed crime to the poor political and economic environment in the country,[1][2] which has the second highest murder rate in the world.[3][4] Crime has grown so pervasive in Venezuela that the military is ordered to avoid public places during nighttime hours since criminals often attempt to steal their weapons, with robberies in the country often targeting unaware individuals using a kill first, steal later method.[5]
Rates of crime increased rapidly during the presidency of Hugo Chávez..."
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