Because knives have many legal, legitimate uses, whereas brass knuckles have no legitimate use. Their only use is as a weapon.
Because they are most often used for criminal purposes.
brass knuckles are illegal in the us so yeah go ahead and try to ship them to a different state
Metal knucks (brass knuckles) are illegal inmost US states.
Illegal
Yes. They are illegal.
Brass Knuckles are illegal in Missouri because of there purpose and because they are classified as concealed weapons which are illegal to own without having a permit or reason to carry.
Owning a pair of brass knuckles in the state of north Caroline is legal, however carrying a pair of brass knuckles is illegal without a concealed weapons license
Always check with an attorney, or get a letter from the state Attorney General to be safest, regarding weapon laws.
It is not illegal to own brass knuckles in Maine. However, it is illegal to carry them on you or display them in a threatening manner. Brass knuckles are covered under Maine's carry and conceal laws: Me. Rev. Stat. Ann. Tit. 25 § 2001-A.
In many places, it is illegal to possess brass knuckles, regardless of how they are worn or used. Using them as a belt buckle could still be considered a violation of laws governing weapon possession. It's best to check local laws to be sure.
50 states. With some exceptions Missouri restricts the possession, manufacture, transport, repair and sale of "knuckles". Revised Statutes of Missouri 571.020.1.
They are illegal in roughly 15 states. Especially NY and CA
Yes, brass knuckles are considered illegal to possess in Indiana. Possession of brass knuckles is prohibited under Indiana law as they are classified as deadly weapons. Any individual found carrying brass knuckles could face criminal charges.