Are stiletto switchblades illegal in Florida?

Answer 1

According to Chapter 2003-82 House Bill No. 1227 section 790.225:

"Ballistic self-propelled knives; unlawful to manufacture, sell, or

possess; forfeiture; penalty.---

(1) It is unlawful for any person to manufacture, display, sell, own, possess,

or use a ballistic self-propelled knife which is a device that propels a

knifelike blade as a projectile and which physically separates the blade from

the device by means of a coil spring, elastic material, or compressed gas. A

ballistic self-propelled knife is declared to be a dangerous or deadly weapon

and a contraband item. It shall be subject to seizure and shall be disposed

of as provided in s. 790.08(1) and (6).

(2) This section shall not apply to:

(a) Any device from which a knifelike blade opens, where such blade

remains physically integrated with the device when open.

(b) Any device which propels an arrow, a bolt, or a dart by means

common bow, compound bow, crossbow, or underwater spear gun."

[cited: Chapter 2003-82 House Bill No. 1227 section 790.225]

So, according to this if it fires the blade out of the handle of the knife it is illegal but if it stays together then it should be okay.

Sorry for it being so long, just was trying to give you all the details.

Answer 2

Yes, stiletto switchblades are illegal in Florida. Florida law prohibits the possession and sale of switchblades, including stiletto switchblades, except for certain limited exemptions such as for military or law enforcement personnel.