Disarmament in Review
The Impacts of the Availability of Firearms in Central America
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Overview
Armed violence, the subject of this publication, represents one of the most damaging security problems for Central America’s inhabitants. Violent deaths caused by firearms in countries in the region comprise between 70 and 90 per cent. Regulatory frameworks in different countries seem to be inadequate in controlling firearms used in acts of violence.
This study aims to address the lack of information and analysis on matters such as the role of Governments in restraining violence and controlling the availability of firearms, the impact of transnational organized crime, and the porosity of borders and corruption. It also concludes that armed violence does not affect all members of society, such as women and youth, in the same way.
Authors
Marisol Alonzo, Reyna Puluc and Elena Ducoudray
Product Details
Sales No. E.25.IX.4
ISBN 9789210034616
eISBN 9789211071429
Publication date: 8 April 2025
