Everyone loves costumed events and Carnival is one of the traditional occasions to dress up interestingly! You can choose different costumes for carnival, there are actually many options. However, there are certain forbidden carnival costumes that risk punishment. Read on to get detailed information about it.
What kind of uniforms are banned
At some parties, uniforms of various service providers and officials are used as costumes. However, it should be clear that it is a disguise. If this is not apparent, wearing such a costume is considered an administrative offense according to Section 132a of the Criminal Code.
The reason why such costumes are banned is to discourage people from seeking help from such people. Because when people...costumed personIf they cannot distinguish themselves from real police officers, soldiers, doctors and the like, they can turn to them in an emergency. The use of such costumes can result in fines or even imprisonment.
Do not carry fake weapons
Fake weapons are a popular accessory at carnival. But be careful! There are fake weapons that look very similar to real weapons and it is dangerous to walk around with such disguises because they can be mistaken for real weapons. For this reason they are banned. When a fake gun is mistaken for a real gun, it is a cause of panic and fear among people. The German Weapons Act, Section 42a, states that carrying counterfeit weapons in public is an administrative offense and fines of up to 10,000 euros are imposed in such cases.
Extremist disguises are a clear NO
Extremist disguises, such as B. National Socialist costumes are prohibited carnival costumes and are strictly prohibited. Carnival is no exception! Also, all kinds of costumes with forbidden symbols, such as the swastika, are grounds for punishment, so you shouldn't risk it.
It should be remembered that costumes with the inscription “WP”, the abbreviation for “White Power”, the slogan of the racist secret society “Ku Klux Klan”, are also strictly prohibited and if youcostumes like thatcarries a fine or up to 3 years in prison. It doesn't matter if you don't share the ideas behind these symbols but just want to have fun with your costume.
Please note the ban on masking
Events such as Halloween and Carnival are traditional celebrations in Germany and are exempt from some bans, but face coverings while driving are still banned and carry a fine of 60 euros. It is known that there has been a ban on masking behind the wheel in Germany since 2017.
Also someone who presents themselves as a hooded figure from a film or generally with a certain maskwant to dress up, should observe the ban on masking. The ban on covering the face at public events and in traffic is essentially based on the fact that everyone should be recognizable.
Forbidden carnival costumes: do not wear skimpy costumes
If carnival costumes show too much bare skin, they can be perceived as exhibitionistic acts and, according to paragraphs 183 and 183a of the Criminal Code, there is a risk of fines or imprisonment of up to one year. So, be careful when choosing a carnival costume and remember that there are forbidden carnival costumes that you shouldn't take risks with!
