Some local laws apply. So, without further ado, here are the knife laws of the various 50 states. Doing any of this will result in a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the You cannot carry a dangerous weapon at any public gathering. It is illegal to own switchblades with blades 3 or longer. What these dangerous weapons are is vague. (https://advance.lexis.com/documentpage/?pdmfid=1000516&crid=9b7f3bc1-2a11-4d3f-af4f-4c871f4807a4&nodeid=AAkAAAH4AAAD&nodepath=%2FROOT%2FAAkAAAH4AAAD%2FAAkAAAH9AAAD%2FAAkAAAHbAAED%2FAAkAAAHbAAED%2FAAkAAAHbAAKD&level=4&haschildren=&populated=false&title=Title+39%2C+Chapter+17%2C+Part+13%2C+Tennessee+Code+Annotated.&config=00JAA1NTM0M2U5OS04YjRmLTRiNTQtYjg0Yy05ZmI3ZjQ2NDQ0MDgKAFBvZENhdGFsb2dOYW1lICYgU3RhdHVzSW5mbwEBXkNvbnRlbnQFAANBLVNvdXRoZXJzBQAAAQ%3D%3D#), Texas Illegal to possess, manufacture or sell under Texas Penal Code 46.05. For example, in some states it is legal to possess brass knuckles if you are a member of a law enforcement agency or if you are using them for a lawful purpose. Yes: California Illegal to possess, manufacture or sell under Penal Code 21810. (Source). Of course, anyone charged with any of these crimes wont want to handle the charges without the representation of an attorney. Gravity knives are considered switchblades in Maryland. https://codes.findlaw.com/ar/title-5-criminal-offenses/ar-code-sect-5-73-104/, Read this complete Arkansas Code Title 5. Bowies are legal if open carried. As a Texan I love the knife laws they seem well balanced, but if your in wyoming you better not conceal carry your prius, you might pull it out when a bad guy least expects it and end up killing him. Violators can face up to one year in prison and a $1,000 fine. It is completely illegal to own brass knuckles in District of Columbia, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Vermont, New York, and Colorado. All knives that are not banned are legally allowed to be open carried. Iowa Illegal to possess, manufacture or sell under Iowa Code 724.4. Dirks, stilettos, slim knives, boot knives, daggers, balisongs, undetectable knives, throwing stars, throwing knives, throwing axes, bowies, large knives, and switchblades are all legal. Restrictions exist for cannabis facilities, alcohol-serving establishments, jails, courthouses, or school busses. 14-34.3, 14-269.6, 14-288.8, 14-288.21, 14-409 It is legal to own a switchblade, balisong, bowie, dirk, dagger, stabbing knife, stiletto, or disguised knife. You can conceal carry a knife (if youre legally allowed to do so) without issue. Brass knuckles are legal in the states of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, ), Colorado Illegal to possess or use with the intent to use as a weapon under Colorado Revised Statutes 18-12-102. However, there are some things you need to know before you use brass knuckles for self defense. or otherwise deals in an item described in this section that is in compliance with Concealed carrying of any automatic knife is illegal. Virginia Illegal to possess or sell under Virginia Code 18.2-311.1. 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Subsequent violations are a fine of $250-$500 and 30 days 3 months in jail. (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PE/htm/PE.46.htm), Utah Legal to possess and carry, but illegal to use them in the commission of a crime. Disturbing the peace or being arrested with a dangerous weapon in your car can land you in serious hot water legally speaking as well. FindLaw Codes may not reflect the most recent version of the law in your jurisdiction. You can conceal carry any ordinary pocketknife or hunting knife. Regarding Wyoming, they are now a constitutional carry state (for firearms anyway). Our content experts ensure our topics are complete and clearly demonstrate a depth of knowledge beyond the rote. Alabama Illegal to possess or sell under Code of Alabama 13A-11-20. Read more about our editorial standards. You cannot sell or transfer a deadly weapon to a prohibited person. Educational property is school buildings, buses, campuses, recreational areas, or other property owned, used, or operated by any school board, school, college, university, or directors for the administration of any public or private educational institution. In Canada, brass knuckles--and similar variants--are prohibited Kentucky Illegal to possess, manufacture or sell under Kentucky Revised Statutes 527.020. Tennessee is not on the The legality of brass knuckles varies by state, with some states outright banning them and others allowing them with certain restrictions. Outdated regarding switchblades in Nevada.

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