Minnesota`s Possession and Carrying of Firearms Act classifies knives as dangerous weapons. Therefore, it is illegal to make, sell or possess a knife, especially switch blades that open automatically. Other species are allowed as long as the owner does not want to harm anyone. All types of knives are considered dangerous tools, but are not considered weapons under Polish law,[45] so there are no restrictions on weapons. The exception is a blade hidden in an object that does not look like a weapon (a sword in an umbrella, a dagger in a shoe, etc.). It is legal to sell, buy, exchange and possess knives, and Polish law does not prohibit carrying a knife in a public place. At mass events, however, some prohibitions may apply in possession of so-called “dangerous” tools. [46] Many types of knives are legal in Indiana, with the exception of star throwers 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. Arkansas law prohibits carrying a knife on a person, in a vehicle or otherwise for the purpose of unlawfully using it as a weapon against another person. The law does not restrict those who do not intend to illegally use the knife as a weapon.
Some states have laws that prohibit showing a hard knife and committing a crime with a knife. These laws are usually enforceable only after the fact and allow the state to increase the penalty for a crime. For example, robbery with a knife is considered a more serious crime than robbery. Illegal knives: All blade knives that can be opened with one hand (even if the one-hand opening mechanism has been removed), self-opening knives (switch knives), push daggers, gravity knives, camouflaged knives (belt buckle knives, sword sticks, etc.), two-piece handle knives (butterfly knives), Knives that are easy to access for the wearer (neck or belt knives, boot knives, etc.) are illegal to possess or possess. Multi-tool tools with one-handed blades are also illegal to own or own. [9] [21] The possession of throwing knives and private or public throwing are subject to authorization. [22] 1. Since only a small number of states have repealed the Switchblades Act (in this case, we`re talking specifically about Missouri), always assume that at the state level, ALL stiletto knives, stiletto heels, daggers, gravity knives, sharp swords, automatic and push-button knives, or any knife that has no functional use other than a dangerous hidden weapon. That`s why some states have made them illegal over the years, as federal law states that ANY knife carried with intent to cause serious injury or death or commit a crime is considered illegal right now. This means that your 2.5-inch pocket knife that you use to cut your fishing line will automatically become illegal if your sole purpose of carrying that knife causes damage or is used to commit a crime (i.e. use it for illegal purposes).
ALL knives fall under this law, regardless of size, cuteness or functionality, including a butter knife. What happens if a manufacturer of one of these items visibly prints the words “Knife” or “Knife inside”? Does this make the knife legal to buy/sell/own? Can you argue in court that it is not misleading to say in plain English that there is a knife in it? Like many states, New York prohibits the possession of blades intended for use as weapons. It is legal to have a dagger, dirk, stiletto or hunting knife. However, ballistic knives, stick swords, star throwing and punches are illegal if they are intended to be used illegally against another person. Cities, districts, and local jurisdictions (including sovereign Indian nations within a state boundary) may enact their own penal laws or ordinances in addition to the restrictions contained in state laws, which may be more restrictive than state law. [91] Virtually all states and local jurisdictions have laws restricting or prohibiting the possession or carrying of knives in any form or manner in certain defined areas or locations such as schools, public buildings, courthouses, police stations, prisons, power plants, and airports or public events. [91] The concealed carrying of knives is prohibited except on one`s own premises in North Carolina. There is an exception to the regular pocket knife, but the possession or sale of all other types is illegal. This restriction also applies to police officers, unless they use it for training purposes or as evidence. People can openly carry a Bowie knife in California, but they can`t hide from carrying a Bowie knife.
Concealed carrying a Bowie knife is wobbly, meaning it can be a misdemeanor or a felony.