No, throwing stars (shuriken) are classified as prohibited weapons under Chile’s Ley N° 17.798 sobre Control de Armas de Fuego y Otras Armas and its 2023 amendments, which expanded restrictions to include bladed and projectile weapons. The Carabineros de Chile and PDI enforce compliance, with penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment under Código Penal Article 141. Recent 2026 draft regulations further tighten oversight, requiring permits for historical/collectible items.
Key Regulations for Throwing Stars (Shuriken) in Chile
- Prohibition Status: Shuriken are explicitly listed as armas prohibidas (prohibited weapons) under Decreto Supremo N° 1.086/78, barring civilian possession without exception. Exemptions for museums or historical reenactments require prior approval from the Subsecretaría de Prevención del Delito.
- Penalties for Violation: Unauthorized possession or use carries penalties of 541 days to 3 years imprisonment (Art. 141, Código Penal), with aggravated sentences for trafficking. Fines may reach 1,000 UTM (~$90,000 USD) under Ley N° 21.313.
- Enforcement & Compliance: The Policía de Investigaciones (PDI) and Carabineros conduct periodic inspections, particularly at borders and cultural events. The 2026 Reglamento de Armas introduces mandatory digital registration for antique weapons, including shuriken, with biometric verification.