Weapons Policy

All weapons worn at the convention must conform to all relevant State and local laws. No concealed weapons of any type are permitted. Absolutely no non-replica firearms are permitted on the convention grounds, even if unloaded, unless specifically permitted by California law (i.e. on-duty law officers and licensed security officers). Any convention attendee found to be in violation of California law will be subject to felony arrest by local law enforcement.

All functional weapons such as sharpened swords, knives, nunchuku, stun guns, crossbows, rocket launchers, throwing weapons, airsoft or other projectile weapons are absolutely prohibited, loaded or unloaded, sheathed or unsheathed.

Any non-functioning replicas or prop versions of such weapons are permitted if inspected and approved by Convention Operations and peace bonded. Non-sharpened or wooden/practice swords are permitted if peace bonded into their scabbards or belts, as applicable. Any toy or prop guns that are obviously fake are permitted.

Items such as walking sticks or canes may be carried without being peace bonded. However, AOD staff may deem any item to be a weapon and thus subject to the weapons policy.

Any non-functional replica or prop weapon must be taken to the Convention Operations (located in room 2115 of the hotel) for inspection and peace bonding.

Attendees are responsible for use of their props. No horseplay will be permitted. Violation of this policy will result in revocation of convention membership and ejection from convention grounds. AOD reserves the right to amend or modify the weapons policy during the convention.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.