Yes, Tasers are legal in Peru but strictly regulated under national firearms laws, requiring permits from the Superintendencia Nacional de Control de Servicios de Seguridad, Armas, Municiones y Explosivos de Uso Civil (SUCAMEC). Civilian ownership is permitted, yet deployment is constrained by public safety protocols and local ordinances, particularly in urban zones.
Key Regulations for Tasers in Peru
- Permit Mandate: Tasers fall under SUCAMEC’s Reglamento de Armas y Municiones (Supreme Decree No. 010-2019-IN), necessitating a Licencia de Portación for concealed carry, issued only to individuals demonstrating justified need (e.g., security personnel).
- Prohibited Use: Discharging Tasers in public spaces, demonstrations, or against unarmed civilians violates Código Penal Article 208 (abuse of authority) and municipal codes, risking fines or criminal charges.
- Storage & Transport: Devices must be stored in locked containers during transit, with SUCAMEC-approved serial numbers recorded. Unregistered or modified Tasers are confiscated under Ley N° 30299 (2014), which criminalizes unauthorized arms possession.
Recent 2026 compliance shifts emphasize digital tracking of permit holders via SUCAMEC’s Sistema de Registro de Armas, aligning with Inter-American human rights standards. Foreigners may obtain permits only through residency-based applications, subject to reciprocity agreements.