Firearms marking: new regulation will soon apply
More than a year ago, the electorate clearly approved the new Weapons Act. According to the federal government, most of the adjustments have already been implemented. On September 1, 2020, the new provisions for the marking of firearms and the construction of alarm and signal weapons will now also come into force.
When a weapon is manufactured, all essential components must now be marked, according to the federal government's statement. The markings make it easier for the police to clarify the origin of a weapon during investigations, according to the federal government.
Amendment for alarm and signal weapons
In the future, alarm and signal weapons must be technically constructed in such a way that they can no longer be converted into a functional firearm. For those alarm and signal weapons that do not comply with these technical specifications, a weapons acquisition license will be required in the future, the federal government emphasizes in its statement.
Still pending are new provisions for an improved exchange of information with other Schengen states, for example on the refusal to acquire weapons for security reasons. The details are currently being clarified with the Schengen states, according to the federal government.
Here you can go to the current regulation on weapons, weapon accessories and ammunition.
Here go to the explanatory report on the amendment of the Weapons Ordinance of June 24, 2020.
Source: Confederation
