Yes, the use of laser jammers in Israel is strictly prohibited under current traffic safety regulations.
Laser jammers, devices designed to disrupt police or speed enforcement lasers, are classified as unauthorized radio frequency interference equipment under the Wireless Telegraphy Ordinance (1972) and the Traffic Ordinance (New Version) (1961). The Israel Police and the Ministry of Transportation enforce these restrictions, with violations punishable by fines up to 7,500 NIS (approximately $2,100 USD) and potential criminal charges for repeat offenses. Recent amendments to the Road Safety (Enforcement) Regulations (2026) explicitly target such devices, reflecting a broader crackdown on technologies that undermine traffic enforcement integrity.
Key Regulations for Laser Jammers in Israel
- Prohibition Under Wireless Telegraphy Ordinance (1972): Laser jammers interfere with lawful radio communications, violating Section 20 of the ordinance, which criminalizes unauthorized transmission or interference with wireless signals used by public authorities.
- Traffic Ordinance (New Version) (1961) Compliance: The ordinance empowers traffic enforcement officers to confiscate devices deemed to obstruct speed or red-light enforcement, including laser jammers, under Section 61A.
- 2026 Enforcement Regulations: Updated provisions mandate that any device capable of disrupting police laser guns (e.g., LIDAR) is subject to immediate seizure and fines, with judicial precedents in Tel Aviv and Haifa courts upholding these measures as essential for road safety.