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Laws, Decrees & Regulations

Stay informed about the laws governing firearms in Brazil.

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Disarmament Statute — Law No. 10,826/2003

The main legal framework governing firearms in Brazil. Defines rules for possession, carrying, registration, transfer, penalties and crimes related to firearms. Amended by Law No. 14,550/2023, which expanded criteria for possession and carrying.

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Decree No. 3,665/2000 (R-105)

Approves the Regulation for Fiscalization of Controlled Products — R-105. Establishes rules for registration, classification, control and inspection of firearms and related products under the Army's jurisdiction.

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Decree No. 9,845/2019

Establishes the Military Management System for Controlled Products (SIGMA), the Army's digital platform for all firearms-related processes: registration, transfer, renewal, acquisition and permits.

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Decree No. 10,621/2021

Updated and consolidated regulations on the use, registration, possession and carrying of firearms by military and police personnel, as well as by civilians.

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Ordinance 159-COT/2023 — Army Command

Normative ordinance detailing procedures for registration, transfer, renewal and regularization of firearms with the Army Command. Defines required documents, deadlines and procedures for each type of process.

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Ordinance 1,222/2024 — Ministry of Defense

Updated regulations for the Granting and Renewal of the Registration Certificate (CR) for private security and cash-in-transit companies.

Key Points for Firearm Owners

Essential Obligations

  • Every firearm must be registered with the Army (CRAF)
  • The CRAF must be renewed within established deadlines
  • Any transfer of ownership must be authorized
  • Possession or carrying without registration is a crime
  • Unregistered firearms must be regularized or surrendered
  • Failure to renew results in administrative violations and fines

Recent Changes (2023–2024)

  • Expanded criteria for possession and carrying
  • Changes in renewal deadlines
  • Updated documentation for the SIGMA system
  • New rules for sport shooters
  • Revised company registration requirements
  • New provisions for rural property owners

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