No. Laser jammers are illegal in Norway under the Road Traffic Act and Regulation on Use of Technical Equipment in Vehicles. The Norwegian Police Directorate explicitly prohibits devices that interfere with police radar or laser speed detection systems, classifying them as unauthorized signal jammers. Violations may result in fines up to NOK 10,000 (≈€900) or confiscation of the device.
Key Regulations for Laser Jammers in Norway
- Prohibition under §14 of the Road Traffic Act: Devices designed to disrupt law enforcement speed detection are banned, aligning with EU Directive 2014/53/EU on radio equipment.
- Police Radar Interference Ban: The Regulation on Technical Equipment in Vehicles (2023 amendment) criminalizes possession or use of laser jammers, citing public safety risks.
- Strict Enforcement by Norwegian Police: Roadside checks and mobile speed detection units actively target vehicles with jamming devices, with penalties escalating for repeat offenses.
Norway’s 2026 compliance framework further tightens restrictions, requiring all vehicle modifications to comply with UNECE Regulation No. 10 (EMC standards). Importing or selling laser jammers is prohibited without explicit exemption from the Norwegian Communications Authority (Nkom). Even passive devices (e.g., laser detectors) face scrutiny under the Electronic Communications Act if they process radar signals.