Taming the Arsenal: Small Arms and Light Weapons in Bulgaria

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The report summarizes the findings of a research conducted on questions relating to small arms and light weapons in Bulgaria from July to November 2004 by the CSD, and London-based Saferworld. It sets out the findings of a comprehensive assessment of:

1) the distribution of SALW in Bulgaria;

2) the impacts of SALW on individuals, communities and the state;

3) public perceptions of SALW and security; and

4) the capacity of the state to control the proliferation and misuse of SALW