في الوقت الذي يفترض أن تكون المناسبات الاجتماعية مسرحاً للفرح وملتقى للتهاني والتآلف، لا تزال ظاهرة إطلاق النار في الزواجات والتجمعات تُلقي بظلالها القاتمة، مُهددة الأرواح، ومُقوّضة بهجة اللقاءات الأسرية.
ومع تسجيل بعض حالات الإصابة والوفيات نتيجة السلوك المتهور، يجد المجتمع نفسه أمام مسؤولية جماعية لوأد عادة لم تعد تُعبّر عن الفرح، بقدر ما تُجسد العبث والإخلال بالأمن.
وأكد المحامي والمستشار القانوني سعد علي الشهراني لـ«عكاظ»، أن إطلاق النار في المناسبات يُعد جريمة مكتملة الأركان، مشيراً إلى أن النظام السعودي يجرّم هذا الفعل ويعتبره من الجرائم الكبيرة الموجبة للتوقيف. وأوضح، أن نظام الأسلحة والذخائر شدّد ليس فقط على تجريم إطلاق النار في التجمعات، بل أيضاً على حمل السلاح في المناسبات حتى وإن لم يُستخدم، مستشهداً بالمادة الثامنة من اللائحة التنفيذية، التي تحظر حمل السلاح في المدارس والدوائر الحكومية والتجمعات العامة.
وأضاف: «ثبوت مجرد حمل السلاح يعرّض صاحبه لغرامة تصل إلى 1,000 ريال، أما في حال إطلاق النار، فالعقوبة قد تصل إلى السجن سنة وغرامة 5 آلاف ريال. وإذا كان السلاح غير مرخّص، تتضاعف العقوبة لتصل إلى السجن 18 شهراً وغرامة 6 آلاف ريال،».
من جانبه، أكد المحامي عبدالله الكاسب لـ«عكاظ»، أن المناسبات الصيفية باتت تشهد تكراراً مؤسفاً لهذه الممارسة، مشيراً إلى أن بعض الأفراد ما زالوا يتباهون بالسلاح، ويُطلقون النار بلا مبالاة، غير مدركين للمخاطر الجسيمة التي تترتب على تصرفاتهم.
وبيّن أن النظام واضح في تجريمه لمثل هذه الأفعال، إذ تنص على السجن والغرامة لمن استعمل سلاحاً مرخصاً في غير غرضه، أو سمح للغير باستخدامه، أو حمله في أماكن وأوقات محظورة.
وأضاف الكاسب: «إطلاق النار في المناسبات يُعد جريمة موجبة للتوقيف، وتُحال مباشرةً للنيابة العامة للتحقيق، ما يؤكد جديّة الدولة في التعامل مع هذه الظاهرة حفاظاً على الأرواح».
انتهاك للفرح وسلامة الأرواح
أوضحت الأخصائية الاجتماعية الجوهرة العبيدي لـ«عكاظ»، أن إطلاق النار في المناسبات يمثل انتهاكاً واضحاً لقدسية الفرح وسلامة الأرواح. وأضافت: «تحوّلت بعض حفلات الزواج إلى مآتم بسبب رصاصة طائشة أو لحظة استعراض خاطئة. وقد شهدت المستشفيات حوادث مأساوية كان يمكن تفاديها بسهولة».
وأشارت العبيدي إلى أن هذا السلوك، بات اليوم مرفوضاً تماماً اجتماعياً وقانونياً، مؤكدة أن وعي المجتمع في تصاعد، بدليل التراجع الملحوظ في انتشار هذه الظاهرة، بفعل الحملات التوعوية والمواقف الأسرية الرافضة والإعلام المؤثر.
وختمت بالقول: «القانون رغم فعاليته إلا أنه غير كافٍ، لا بد من دور مجتمعي فاعل في ترسيخ ثقافة الفرح الآمن، وتربية النشء على أن الرجولة لا تُقاس بالسلاح، بل بالعقل والحكمة والاحترام».
محاميان لـ«عكاظ»: تجاوز ومخالفة مكتملة الأركان
حمل السلاح وإطلاق النار في الأفراح.. جريمة موجبة للتوقيف
6 يوليو 2025 - 01:29
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عبدالرحمن الأسمري (الرياض) alasmari_m1@
While social occasions are supposed to be a stage for joy and a gathering for congratulations and harmony, the phenomenon of gunfire at weddings and gatherings continues to cast its dark shadows, threatening lives and undermining the joy of family reunions.
With some cases of injuries and fatalities recorded due to reckless behavior, society finds itself facing a collective responsibility to put an end to a custom that no longer expresses joy, but rather embodies chaos and a breach of security.
Lawyer and legal advisor Saad Ali Al-Shahrani confirmed to "Okaz" that gunfire at events is considered a complete crime, pointing out that Saudi law criminalizes this act and considers it one of the major offenses warranting detention. He explained that the weapons and ammunition system emphasizes not only the criminalization of gunfire at gatherings but also the carrying of weapons at events, even if not used, citing Article 8 of the executive regulations, which prohibits carrying weapons in schools, government offices, and public gatherings.
He added, "The mere act of carrying a weapon exposes its owner to a fine of up to 1,000 riyals, while in the case of gunfire, the penalty may reach one year in prison and a fine of 5,000 riyals. If the weapon is unlicensed, the penalty doubles to 18 months in prison and a fine of 6,000 riyals."
For his part, lawyer Abdullah Al-Kasib confirmed to "Okaz" that summer events have unfortunately seen a recurrence of this practice, noting that some individuals still boast about their weapons and fire them recklessly, unaware of the serious risks that result from their actions.
He indicated that the law is clear in criminalizing such acts, as it stipulates imprisonment and fines for anyone who uses a licensed weapon for purposes other than its intended use, allows others to use it, or carries it in prohibited places and times.
Al-Kasib added, "Gunfire at events is considered a crime warranting detention and is directly referred to the Public Prosecution for investigation, which confirms the state's seriousness in dealing with this phenomenon to preserve lives."
Violation of joy and the safety of lives
Social specialist Jawhara Al-Obaidi explained to "Okaz" that gunfire at events represents a clear violation of the sanctity of joy and the safety of lives. She added, "Some wedding parties have turned into funerals due to a stray bullet or a moment of reckless display. Hospitals have witnessed tragic incidents that could have easily been avoided."
Al-Obaidi pointed out that this behavior is now completely rejected both socially and legally, affirming that community awareness is on the rise, evidenced by the noticeable decline in the spread of this phenomenon, thanks to awareness campaigns, family stances of rejection, and influential media.
She concluded by saying, "Despite the effectiveness of the law, it is not enough; there must be an active community role in establishing a culture of safe joy and educating the youth that manhood is not measured by weapons, but by intellect, wisdom, and respect."
With some cases of injuries and fatalities recorded due to reckless behavior, society finds itself facing a collective responsibility to put an end to a custom that no longer expresses joy, but rather embodies chaos and a breach of security.
Lawyer and legal advisor Saad Ali Al-Shahrani confirmed to "Okaz" that gunfire at events is considered a complete crime, pointing out that Saudi law criminalizes this act and considers it one of the major offenses warranting detention. He explained that the weapons and ammunition system emphasizes not only the criminalization of gunfire at gatherings but also the carrying of weapons at events, even if not used, citing Article 8 of the executive regulations, which prohibits carrying weapons in schools, government offices, and public gatherings.
He added, "The mere act of carrying a weapon exposes its owner to a fine of up to 1,000 riyals, while in the case of gunfire, the penalty may reach one year in prison and a fine of 5,000 riyals. If the weapon is unlicensed, the penalty doubles to 18 months in prison and a fine of 6,000 riyals."
For his part, lawyer Abdullah Al-Kasib confirmed to "Okaz" that summer events have unfortunately seen a recurrence of this practice, noting that some individuals still boast about their weapons and fire them recklessly, unaware of the serious risks that result from their actions.
He indicated that the law is clear in criminalizing such acts, as it stipulates imprisonment and fines for anyone who uses a licensed weapon for purposes other than its intended use, allows others to use it, or carries it in prohibited places and times.
Al-Kasib added, "Gunfire at events is considered a crime warranting detention and is directly referred to the Public Prosecution for investigation, which confirms the state's seriousness in dealing with this phenomenon to preserve lives."
Violation of joy and the safety of lives
Social specialist Jawhara Al-Obaidi explained to "Okaz" that gunfire at events represents a clear violation of the sanctity of joy and the safety of lives. She added, "Some wedding parties have turned into funerals due to a stray bullet or a moment of reckless display. Hospitals have witnessed tragic incidents that could have easily been avoided."
Al-Obaidi pointed out that this behavior is now completely rejected both socially and legally, affirming that community awareness is on the rise, evidenced by the noticeable decline in the spread of this phenomenon, thanks to awareness campaigns, family stances of rejection, and influential media.
She concluded by saying, "Despite the effectiveness of the law, it is not enough; there must be an active community role in establishing a culture of safe joy and educating the youth that manhood is not measured by weapons, but by intellect, wisdom, and respect."