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Darmstadt: City and police rely on security through consistent measures and controls
Since June 5, 2025, there has been a weapon ban zone Luisenplatz . The corresponding legal ordinance is now in force, the signs have been established. This is intended to increase security in public space and better protect the population. The measure is the result of close cooperation between the city and the police.
"The goal is the greatest possible protection of the population," emphasizes Paul Georg Wandrey . "The prohibition of weapons is a necessary and consistent step to increase security on Luisenplatz. It complements existing measures such as video surveillance and increased police presence - and sets a clear signal against violence in public space."
Police controls and preventive effects
Implementation takes place in close coordination with the police. Police President Björn Gutzeit described the new regulation as an "important component in the security architecture". controls together with the city police . The new regulation prohibits carrying all weapons and knives , regardless of size or blade length - except for proven legitimate interest (e.g. professional practice or sport).
Crimes as the basis for the ban
The legal basis is § 42 paragraph 5 of the Weapons Act. According to this, an weapon ban zone is possible if serious crimes were repeatedly committed in a certain area. The statistics show:
- 2023 : 84 assault, 3 predatory crimes, 12 threats, 5 sex crimes, 1 crime against life - 9 of them with weapons or knives
- 2024 (until June) : Almost 70 relevant offenses, including 7 with knives
No day -to -day prohibition possible
Since the offenses during the day and at night , the weapon ban zone applies around the clock . According to the city, the high personal frequency and the frequent clash and the frequent encouragement of alcoholic or under the influence of drugs are further at risk.
Further information
The legal ordinance contains exceptions , e.g. B. for craft businesses or professional groups with legitimate interest. An overview can be viewed on the official website of the city of Darmstadt at www.darmstadt.de .
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