Yes, spearguns are legal in the Czech Republic under strict conditions. The Act on Firearms and Ammunition (2002/257/EC transposition) permits spearguns as non-lethal hunting tools, but they require a valid firearms license (Category D) issued by the Police of the Czech Republic. Recent 2026 amendments tightened storage rules, mandating locked safes and biometric access for Category D weapons. Non-compliance risks fines up to CZK 50,000 or confiscation.
Key Regulations for Spearguns in Czech Republic
- Firearms License Requirement: Spearguns fall under Category D weapons, necessitating a Firearms Holder’s License from the Police of the Czech Republic. Applicants must pass background checks, including criminal and mental health reviews, and demonstrate a legitimate purpose (e.g., spearfishing).
- Storage and Transport: Mandatory biometric or electronic safes for storage, with inspections conducted by local police units. Transport requires unloaded spearguns in locked cases, accompanied by the license holder’s ID.
- Hunting Restrictions: Legal use is confined to licensed spearfishing in designated zones (e.g., Protected Landscape Areas), with prohibitions near public beaches or during closed seasons. Violations trigger penalties under the Hunting Act (449/2001 Sb.).