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What knife length is legal to carry in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts law does not state a specific length or size of knife that can be legally carried. There are however, specific laws on the type of knife that cannot be openly carried. Stilettos, daggers, ballistic knives, and dirks are all expressly forbidden from being carried, open or concealed. The law also forbids carrying a stiletto, dagger, ballistic knife, and dirk in the passenger area of the car. Double-bladed knives cannot be carried. These knives are not illegal to own, however.
Can you legally carry a knife in California?
It can be open carried, but cannot be concealed because it is a fixed blade. You will get stared at and may be harassed by police and people, but it is entirely legal. The knife must be in complete view; even a shirt or jacket hanging over the handle can be contrived as concealed.
What size knife is legal to carry in Massachusetts?
There seems to be a great deal of confusion on the subject. Many believe it to be no longer than 3" while others are still saying 5-6". The statutes on the laws themselves seem only to touch on it very vaguely, mostly saying about criminal use or intent. Realistically outside of the federal laws in place where you cant take them on school, or federal property, or airlines.. You shouldn't have any problem defending a claim against you for any size knife that isn't a switchblade. Also they cant stop you for a knife if its not of obvious intent that your going to be using it for illegal activity. I asked a police friend of mine what the laws are for concealed knife carrying in Minnesota and he informed he that 5 inches is the legal limit for a concealed knife.
What is the legal size of a pocket knife in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the legal size limit for a pocket knife is under 4 inches in length when in the open position. Knives larger than 4 inches may be considered illegal if carried for purposes beyond work, education, hunting, or other lawful activities.
In Port Orange Fl is it legal to carry a machete in its' case on your belt in plane view NOT concealed?
It depends, but probably not. If you are in your yard and are working on hacking your branches or bushes with the machete, you might get away with it. Most states have some sort of limit to the length of a blade that can be carried, concealed or unconcealed. The charges they will hit you with can be: causing a disturbance, disorderly conduct, knife larger than legal size allowed, among others.
What size knife is legal to carry in BC?
Concealed carry under 4 inches, open carry some people say 6 inches but technicallyyou can open carry any length, even a sword. You just have to be able to justify your reason to carry it when a police officer asks you. Self defence is not considered a sufficient reason to carry any knife in Canada. Do a search on bladeforums and there'san extensive post on this subject.
What is the Missouri concealed knife law?
In Missouri, a blade of a max length of 4" may be carried, concealed or not. Switchblades are not allowed except by law enforcement and military personnel. However, any aggresive use of a knife can be construed by judges and law enforcement personnel to be considered illegal carry, regardless of size or type.
Can you carry a survival knife in Arizona?
All local city and county knife laws were pre-empted by Senate Bill 1153 which was signed into Law on 4/28/10. Local municipalities cannot make knife laws, only the State can. There is no specific length limitation. A person cannot carry a concealed knife or weapon, except a pocket knife, manufactured and used for the purpose of offense and defense.
Is it illegal to carry a knife with a 8 inch blade in arizona?
Absolutely! Under 21, concealed carry of a "deadly weapon" is prohibited, but pocket knives are specifically exempted and only a gun is specifically defined as a "deadly weapon". Any other item would likely be considered on a case-by-case basis, in court. Over 21 and open carry are unrestricted.
How much does a pocket knife weigh?
It depends on the size and material of the knife.
What is the purpose of the Swiss army knife?
to have a weapon or to have a knife that is pocket size but can still work
What is the legal size of knife you can carry how long of a blade?
In order for a lock-back knife to be the legal size, the blade cannot be longer than seven inches. However, carrying a lock-back knife in public is still considered illegal regardless of its size.
