No, Tasers are prohibited for civilian use in Italy under Law 36/2019, enforced by the Ministero dell’Interno. Only law enforcement and military personnel may deploy them under strict protocols. Civilian possession risks confiscation and criminal charges.
Key Regulations for Tasers in Italy
- Prohibition for Civilians: Law 36/2019 explicitly bans Tasers for non-authorized individuals, classifying them as armi da guerra (weapons of war) under Article 2 of the Testo Unico delle Leggi di Pubblica Sicurezza.
- Law Enforcement Exemptions: Police forces (Polizia di Stato, Carabinieri, Guardia di Finanza) may use Tasers only after completing Ministero dell’Interno-certified training programs, with deployment limited to high-risk scenarios.
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: Draft amendments to the Codice Penale propose stricter penalties for unauthorized possession, including fines up to €10,000 and imprisonment for repeat offenses, aligning with EU-wide security directives.