The prosecutor's office of Kostanay region has approved an indictment in a criminal case against a resident of Kostanay for possession of weapons. 

In the course of the investigation, it was found that in December 2024, a previously convicted citizen had illegally purchased firearms and ammunition and kept them at his residence.

During the search, 3 hunting firearms were seized from his apartment, one of which was converted into a stun gun, and more than 200 cartridges, including a Parabellum pistol and a Kalashnikov assault rifle. Cartridges for AK-74 automatic shooting.

Based on this fact, a pre-trial investigation was started on Article 287, Part 3 of the Criminal Code, i.e. illegal purchase and storage of firearms and ammunition. 

According to the results of the investigation, the criminal case was sent to the court.

In order to prevent such violations, we explain that criminal responsibility is provided for the purchase, transfer, sale, storage, transportation or carrying of weapons and ammunition.

The maximum term of punishment is up to 10 years of imprisonment. is released. 

Surrendering of things is not considered voluntary if they are seized during the arrest of a person, as well as during investigative actions to find and seize them. 

For voluntary handing over of weapons, it is necessary to contact any police station.

"Law and Order"

Kostanai Region Prosecutor's Office

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/prokuratura-kostanay/press/news/details/975014?lang=kk