In the United States, the laws concerning possession of lock picks vary greatly from state to state.
In many, possession and use of lock picks is considered equivalent to the possession of a crowbar or any other tool that could be used in a burglary. Illegal possession of lock picks is generally prosecuted as a felony under the category of possession of burglary tools or similar statutes. In many states, possession is completely legal as their statutes require proof of intent.
In California, locksmiths are licensed by the state. However possession by any one else may be legal, as possession must be coupled with intent to use them illegally.
In Canada, possession of lock picking tools, with the exception of key duplication tools, is legal. In Sasketchewan, Alberta and British Columbia a license is required to buy lock picks. Lock pick tools fit in the same category as crowbars or hammers, meaning they are legal to possess and use unless they are used to commit a crime or if it is shown there was "intention to commit a crime" in which case "Possession of tools with the intention of committing a crime" applies - which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail.
Hope this helps you with your question. Depending on where you live you can buy lock pick sets online.
you can do what you want when you are 18 honey! how did they lock you in your OWN home? by the way- it is illegal.
It is considered forced entry in most cases.
No. It's legal to own and carry lock picks in Pennsylvania.
Yes, it is legal to carry a lock pick set in Ohio.
Lockpicks are legal to possess, but are illegal to use in certain ways. Anyone can legally own a lockpick, but it is only legal to pick a lock if you have permission from the owner (as a locksmith does), or if you own the lock. Lockpicks could be compared to the following:ComputerGunRat poisonRopeGasoline...They are all legal to own because they have legitimate uses, but they all have illegal uses as well.
Yes, it is legal to possess lock picking tools in Virginia.
Yes, unless you're a licensed dealer or a certified lock smith.
No, unless you plan on using it or allowing it to be used to violate the law
No, it is not illegal to carry the equipment as far as I know. Be sure to check laws online before doing so just as a precaution.
Yes, it is legal to own lock picking tools in Colorado.
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Picking a mailbox lock involves inserting a tension wrench and a lock pick into the lock, applying light rotational pressure with the tension wrench while moving the lock pins with the lock pick until they align and the lock turns. It is important to note that picking a mailbox lock without permission is illegal and could result in criminal charges.
Yes, it is legal to own a lock picking kit in Texas.
i the uk lock nives are illegal
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No. It can be used to bypass some locks - but that's not "picking" the lock. Picking the lock involves mimicking the function of a key. Liquid nitrogen doesn't mimic the key, it breaks the lock (in some cases).