Prohibition of possession
The prohibition of possession means the pronouncement of a prohibition on the possession of certain objects and animals. It is usually associated with criminal or regulatory sanctions threats. The prohibition of possession is based on a particular danger or reprehensibility of the thing. Typical possession bans apply to the following items:
- Weapons ( WaffG )
- Narcotics ( BtMG )
- Child pornography (§ 184b StGB )
- Endangered animals and plants ( BNatSchG , species protection ).
As interference with the fundamental right to property, prohibitions of possession are subject to special legality requirements . Cases of so-called old ownership are problematic if ownership of the property is based on, for example, inheritance. Transitional rules usually apply for this.
