Gun law in Guatemala

Guatemalan law allows firearm possession on shall-issue basis as a constitutional right. With approximately 12 civilian firearms per 100 people, Guatemala is the 70th most armed country in the world.

Constitution
Guatemalan constitution protects right to own guns for home-defense:

Law
Current law regarding firearm possession was passed in 2009.

Permitted types of firearms
Law allows civilians to own following types of firearms:
 * Semi automatic pistols and revolvers of any calibre;
 * Shotguns with barrel of length up to 24 inches;
 * Mechanical and semi-automatic rifles.

Firearm registration
Simple possession requires registration of gun. Application for register must include: Guatemalans are allowed possess any number of firearms.
 * Certification proving ownership and legal acquisition of the firearm;
 * Certification of lack of a criminal and police record in force (6 months of validity);
 * Identity document;
 * 4x4 photography on matte paper;
 * Receipt of payment of all necessary fees;
 * Presentation of firearm.

Carrying firearms
Rules regarding carrying firearms are more strict with additional permit required and minimum age being 25 years. Only about 10% of legal guns can be carried in public places.

Firearm possession
Currently there are 547,000 registered firearms in Guatemala (or 3 per 100 people). 60,658 people have license to carry them.