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This is just a matter of curiosity. I am Ex-Military, Ex- Law Enforcement and wonder about the climate or laws regarding we Gringos having firearms.
I hope for some level-headed information, as I am only asking…. What say you?
Regards,
Dan.
Have you read these articles by Attorney Roger Petersen?
Costa Rica Guns – Importing Q&A.
https://www.welovecostarica.com/members/732.cfm
Costa Rica Guns – What’s The Process?
No, I haven’t Scott, but thank you, I will read them thoroughly..
THANKS!!
Dan.
P.S. How’s that sunburn? Great account of the macaw escort btw!
you do need to have a psych eval by a psychiatrist to get a gun permit here. that hasn’t stopped people from owning guns however, as they are easily obtained on the street. i don’t know what the real consequences are of having an illegal weapon if you get caught with one as a man did last summer when his illegally obtained handgun was used in the commission of a suicide. the law says one thing, but so far there hasn’t been any serious consequences that i have heard of.
The psych evaluation is the most difficult part of the overall process because if you are semi-intelligent human being, you’re sitting there wondering if the answer to the question is the answer they want to hear or whether it’s a trap to find out if you’re a psycho or not…
The good news is that you – and any psycho – can take these exams in English. The bad news is that most “psychos” anywhere in the world tend to carry guns without permission.
The practical exam (where you actually shoot the gun at a target) is simple but, you do NOT know ahead of time if you will be given a revolver or an automatic for this part of the exam.
I understand that not all people like guns but as a former Royal Marines Commando (the original green berets :lol:) who went through sniper training and who practises more each month than any Costa Rica police officer does each year, I would prefer to trust in my own experience rather than a Tico police officer who hasn’t fired his weapon in six months.
Point well taken. I’m like you in that I like to keep the skills sharp, and I also am a minor collector and would just like to have my collection WITH me, rather than sitting in some storage locker.
I’m not afraid of the process, I just wan to make sure I don’t inadvertently violate some law or sanction in what I hope will be my new home…It would stink to get thrown out……LOL
What kind of legal weapons are available there? is there a separate provision for automatic and semi-automatic?
And most importantly, are there ranges where one may spend a little time shooting at dirt clods or something?
And lastly, what type of security do you recommend for home storage of said firearms?
I know I’m getting WAAAY ahead of myself, I need to actually GET there first, but to be forewarned…..
Gracias!
Dan.
The articles will give you much of the information you need and there is a pretty good choice of weapons here although with import duties, they will cost more here than they do in the USA.
I practise at an indoor shooting range in Pavas on the outskirts of San Jose on a regular basis and there are other ranges around (in Spanish you need to search for a poligono).
Scott
[quote=”Scott”]The articles will give you much of the information you need and there is a pretty good choice of weapons here although with import duties, they will cost more here than they do in the USA.
I practise at an indoor shooting range in Pavas on the outskirts of San Jose on a regular basis and there are other ranges around (in Spanish you need to search for a poligono).
Scott[/quote]
As always, THANKS Scott….. You’re ok for one of them former SAS-Types and stuff….I look forward to meeting you with great anticipation…thanks for all you do, INCLUDING answering as many emails and posting on as many threads as you do.
Pura Vida Mi Amigo! (Uh, did I say that right?…..LOL)
Dan.
You’re written Spanish is perfect!
Scott
PS. Although the Royal Marines are “Special Forces” – Just for the record I was not in the SAS although I did do the SBS ([url=http://www.eliteukforces.info/special-boat-service/]Special Boat Service[/url]) acquaint course… I passed but they told me I was too young at the time to join…
Thank goodness!
[quote=”Scott”]You’re written Spanish is perfect!
Scott
PS. Although the Royal Marines are “Special Forces” – Just for the record I was not in the SAS although I did do the SBS ([url=http://www.eliteukforces.info/special-boat-service/]Special Boat Service[/url]) acquaint course… I passed but they told me I was too young at the time to join…
Thank goodness![/quote]
LOL Sorry Scott, I merely meant the SAS-Type…I understand your consternation and I stand duly corrected.
I DO salute you con mucho gusto, as a fellow serviceman….I know the Royal Marines are a tough bunch…… I’ve met a few and some SAS guys as well over the years as I was a part of the USAF’s “Red Horse” and “Prime Beef” units and have had to ride along a time or two with Her Majesty’s troops.
It also appears that I need to upgrade my membership, as I cannot access Roger Petersen’s importing Q&A, but no hay problema. (see, I’m learning Spanish as we speak….LOL)
pasar un buen día!
Dan.
USAF. 1978-1981Great weapon information and discussion. Does anyone know if Costa Rica has any limitations on the types of ammo that may be used in handguns, I currently have two 1911 45s?
I am told – hopefully reliably – they are about to ban any ammo with explosive heads ….
But be warned, the Tico police are very unsophisticated when it comes to arms and I know from personal experience that they get very confused by explosive heads and hollow points which are fully legal.
Laura Chinchilla does not like guns and politically connected friends of mine believe that she will make it more difficult for people to own guns.
[quote=”soldier”]Scott,
Thanks for the insight.[/quote]
Soldier….how bout when I get down there, we track Scott down (He’s slippery, being an Ex-Marine, you know) and we hit the range for some plinking?
Would be nice to get some Expats together for an outing……
(For that matter, who needs to wait for me!??…………LOL)
Dan.
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