No, Tasers are illegal for civilian possession in Switzerland, classified as prohibited weapons under the Weapons Act (WG) and Weapons Ordinance (WVO). Only law enforcement and authorized security personnel may use them, with strict procurement protocols enforced by the Federal Office of Police (fedpol). Recent 2026 amendments tightened controls, banning online sales and mandating biometric tracking for authorized buyers.
Key Regulations for Tasers in Switzerland
- Prohibition for Civilians: Under Article 4(1)(d) WG, Tasers are categorized as “dangerous weapons,” making civilian ownership, sale, or import unlawful. Violations risk up to 3 years imprisonment (Art. 26 WG).
- Law Enforcement Exemption: Police forces and private security firms with special permits (issued by cantonal authorities and approved by fedpol) may deploy Tasers, subject to use-of-force protocols and annual training audits.
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: New fedpol directives require all authorized Tasers to be registered in the National Weapons Register (NWR) with biometric-linked permits. Online platforms must verify buyer credentials via fedpol’s digital verification system before facilitating any restricted weapon transactions.