The aim of the campaign was to improve the criminal situation, as well as to identify and seize illegally stored firearms, ammunition, and explosives. Work was also carried out to inform the public about the importance of complying with the law.
According to law enforcement, under the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, criminal penalties are provided for the illegal acquisition, sale, storage, carrying, or transportation of firearms and explosives.
Citizens who voluntarily surrender weapons are exempt from criminal liability and can expect a monetary reward.
Law enforcement agencies urged the residents of Bishkek to surrender illegally stored weapons to the nearest internal affairs departments. During the campaign, cases of illegal storage of weapons were also identified, and those responsible are being held accountable under Article 268 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
