The question of which knife is legal in all 50 states was recently asked of the American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI). A good number of people have jobs that require them to travel to different states to support customers. Long-haul truckers cross state borders daily and often find themselves directed to unexpected destinations. Many people travel simply for leisure or family purposes. AKTI maintains a government resource on knife law on its website, www.AKTI.org provides country-specific advice. Some people may simply want to choose a knife for travel purposes, which is „legal” in all states as well as Washington DC. It is important to note that section 626.10 of the Criminal Code provides very general exceptions to limiting the length of the blade by 2 1/2 inches on school property for lawful purposes such as food preparation, food, residence and scope of employment. Many types of knives are legal in Indiana, with the exception of stars and ballistic knives. In Indiana, there is no right of first refusal from the state. However, they are not allowed in schools, regardless of the intended use. The law also does not prescribe the length of the knife blade.
Are folding knives legal in Alaska? YesAre automation / switching blades allowed? YesFixed blade length: No limit Many current state penal codes that restrict the use and possession of knives have been amended several times over the years, rather than being rewritten to remove old classifications and definitions that are largely a historical legacy, a process that often leads to illogical provisions. confusing and even contradictory. For example, in Arkansas, a state where knife fights with large and long blades such as Bowie and Arkansas toothpicks were once commonplace,[94][113] a state law made it illegal for anyone to „carry a knife as a weapon,”[114] which stipulated that any knife with a blade of 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) or more was prima facie evidence of this. that the knife was carried as a weapon. nevertheless allows a complete exemption from the law if „while travelling”. [115] The New Mexico Court of Appeals ruled in State v. Murillo (2015) that switch blades are not protected by the Constitution. [140] [141] The constant emergence of new models of knives, such as knives with opening aids, can complicate questions of legality, particularly where state laws have not been carefully drafted to clearly define the new design and its classification in existing law.
This omission has led to cases in the past where state courts have replaced their own understanding of knife design to interpret legislator`s intent when enforcing laws criminalizing certain types of knives. [91] [122] For example, in the city of Los Angeles, it is illegal to publicly carry a knife, Dirk or dagger with a blade 3″ or longer in length, an ice pick or similar sharp tool, a straight-edged razor or a razor blade on a handle. (There are some exceptions, for example: if the knife is intended for use in a „legal profession, for legal recreational purposes, or as a recognized religious practice.”) Los Angeles County has a similar rule that makes it illegal to „openly carry a knife with a blade three inches or longer in length; any pen knife, switch knife knife or pressure blade knife; any knife whose blade is automatically released by a spring-loaded mechanism or other mechanical device; any ice axe or similar sharp stabbing tool; Any straight-edged razor or razor blade attached to a handle. In other words, it is illegal in Los Angeles County to carry a knife with a blade of 3” or more open. Any legal knife (including a small pocket knife) is ILLEGAL to carry in public, unless: – All ballistic knives are illegal – Schools are „gun free zones”- All blades over 4 inches are illegal for concealed carrying – Minors (under 18 years of age) can NEVER carry anything other than a simple pocket knife unless parents have specifically given their permission. concealed butterfly knives may only be used with valid Permission. The answer includes both objective and subjective – or judgmental – questions. The length of the blade and how it can be opened are observable and tangible features that form the basis of restrictions in many states. In other states, restrictions are based on „weapons” analysis.
The subjective element excludes any guarantee of legality. Please re-read my many responses on this topic. Repealing state law does NOT make the knife legal throughout the state. It simply removes the penal code, which only applies to state-owned switching blades. This does NOT change the local laws that govern civil law, where the majority of jurisdictions still have local laws against these knives. Under the Custodial Sentences and Weapons (Scotland) Act 2007 (in force since 10 September 2007), the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 was amended to require a licence issued by the local authority to sell knives, swords and blades (other than those for „domestic use”) or to sell sharp or blade-shaped objects, „manufactured or adapted for use in a manner that injures the person”. Any dealer of non-domestic knives must be in possession of a „knife dealer`s licence”. – Open Carry: It is LEGAL to open knives with a fixed blade of any type, size and length.- Conceal Carry: It is LEGAL to carry these folded and concealed knives because the blade is less than 4 inches long.- It is ILLEGAL to carry a knife with a blade larger than 4 inches.
Information about illegal weapons in Texas, including knives, is defined in section 46.01 of the Criminal Code. It was amended a few years ago to no longer include automatic knives, also known as „switch knives,” as well as Balisongs (aka „butterfly knives”) under the definition of an illegal knife. Despite the change in the legality of the opening operation, knives that fall within the definition of dirks, daggers and stiletto heels are still illegal. Unfortunately, the penal code does not define what makes a knife one of the offensive daggers, stiletto heels or dirks. That is, it is at the discretion of the officer at the time of arrest. Nor can the definitions that are established for these terms be relied upon elsewhere, which can create a rather vague area. Regardless of the fixed blade or bending, the length limit always remains at 5.5″. Again, the discretion of the officer in the measure may come into play. Regardless of the actual length of the cutting edge, the overall length of the blade is important.