Citation(s) from the GunPolicy.org literature library
Parker, Sarah. 2011 ‘Balancing Act: Regulation of Civilian Firearm Possession.’ Small Arms Survey 2011: States of Security; Annex 9.2, pp. 48-61. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. 6 July
Relevant contents
Annex 9.2 Overview of Conditions of Firearms Ownership
Egypt
Licence Duration: 3 years
Penalties for Unlawful Possession: at least 1 month plus fine EGP 50–500 (USD 8–84) (life imprisonment with hard labour for certain firearms)
Safe Storage: cited legislation makes no relevant or specific reference
Penalties for Unsafe Storage: cited legislation makes no relevant or specific reference
Carrying in Public? YES (but not in public places that serve alcohol, or public meetings, conferences or weddings)
Penalties for Unlawful Carrying: up to 2 months and a fine of EGP 100–1,000 (USD 17–168)
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