No, paintball guns are prohibited in public spaces in Italy under the Legge 18 aprile 1975, n. 110, which classifies them as firearms. Local ordinances (e.g., Regolamento Comunale di Polizia Urbana) further restrict their use, with penalties up to €5,000 and confiscation. Exceptions exist only for licensed shooting ranges or private, secured venues.
Key Regulations for Paintball Guns in Public in Italy
- Firearms Classification: Paintball guns fall under Legge 110/1975 as “weapons,” requiring authorization for possession or use. Unlicensed carrying in public spaces violates Article 42 of the Codice Penale.
- Local Ordinances: Municipalities (e.g., Rome, Milan) enforce stricter rules via Regolamenti di Polizia Urbana, banning discharge in parks, streets, or near schools. Violations trigger fines and administrative sanctions.
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: Draft amendments to the Testo Unico delle Leggi di Pubblica Sicurezza propose mandatory registration of all replica firearms, including paintball markers, with penalties for non-compliance.