00:00What are the implications of suspending the decree that restricted the carrying of weapons in Colombia?
00:04For years there was a decree that froze all permits to carry weapons in the country.
00:09But now, President Abelardo de la Espreya signed a new decree, number 1368, which removes that freeze.
00:16But be aware, this does not mean that just anyone can go out armed on the street.
00:20Carrying a weapon remains something that the State controls and authorizes, not a free right for all.
00:25What does someone need to carry a gun?
00:27Have a valid permit, and make sure that the permit is appropriate for the weapon.
00:32Comply with the same rules as always, have the physical and psychological capabilities, among other things.
00:38The only thing that changes is that if you already had your permit up to date, you no longer need to get an extra document.
00:42He used to have to process it.
00:44Your permit is not valid for carrying the weapon if it has expired, or if it was suspended specifically for you.
00:50It was cancelled or revoked, his weapon was taken away, he has a legal process, or there is a prohibition.
00:55legal action against him.
00:56Your permit is only for having the weapon at home, not for carrying it with you.
01:01Who's watching all this?
01:02The military keeps a record of the permits.
01:05The police control daily life on the streets.
01:08The Ministry of Defense gives the general instructions.
01:11In short, it's not that just anyone can carry a gun now.
01:14The permits that were already valid are working again with the same controls as always.
01:18What do you think of this measure?
01:20We'll talk in the comments.
01:30The Ministry of Defense gives the general instructions.
