What is the policy?
- No weapons or weapon accessories of any kind are allowed for sale on Ventio. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Hand weapons such as brass knuckles (in any form), leaded canes, nightsticks, nunchakus, sansetsukons, or any similar items.
- Throwing weapons with three or more points or sharp edges, such as throwing stars.
- Weapons including blow or dart guns, flare guns, potato guns, tear gas, disguised stun guns, tasers, or any device intended to incapacitate or harm.
- Pepper spray or mace is strictly prohibited on Ventio regardless of location or shipping restrictions.
- Stun guns, tasers, or any electronic incapacitation devices are not allowed.
- Training or practice weapons, even if made of rubber foam, dense foam, or foam with plastic interior tubes, are disallowed.
- Any attempt to list weapons, replicas, parts, or components that could be used as weapons will result in immediate removal of the listing and may lead to account suspension.
Additional Info
- Cyprus enforces comprehensive weapon and firearm prohibitions under its Firearms and Ammunition Laws and related public safety statutes.
- The European Union’s Firearms Directive (EU) 2021/555 establishes harmonized restrictions including bans on weapons posing risks to public safety or used in criminal activity.
- Ventio’s zero-tolerance policy on weapons supports legal compliance and protects community safety by preventing the sale and distribution of dangerous items.
- Users are reminded that possession, sale, or trafficking of prohibited weapons may have criminal consequences under Cyprus and EU law, beyond Ventio’s platform enforcement.
- Sellers and buyers should ensure full adherence to all national and supranational legal frameworks and refrain from any attempts to circumvent these prohibitions.
Activity on Ventio must comply fully with this policy, the Ventio User Agreement, and all applicable Cyprus and EU laws regulating weapons, firearms, and public safety. Non-compliance with this policy may lead to removal of listings, warnings, restrictions, or suspension of user accounts, in accordance with legal obligations and Ventio’s marketplace standards.
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Why does Ventio have this policy?
Ventio commits to maintaining a safe, secure, and legally compliant marketplace, consistent with Cyprus criminal laws and EU regulations regarding weapons control. By prohibiting all weapon sales, Ventio protects users and the broader community from risks related to violence and illegal weapon trafficking. This policy supports the prevention of crime and upholds Ventio’s responsibility to comply with public safety mandates and international law.
