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A knife is typically considered illegal if it is concealed and carried without a valid legal reason, such as self-defense or work-related purposes. Additionally, certain types of knives, such as switchblades or ballistic knives, may be illegal to possess or carry in some jurisdictions. It's important to check local laws and regulations regarding the possession and carrying of knives.

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What is the law about carrying a knife in western Australia?

In Western Australia, it is illegal to carry a knife in public without a lawful excuse or authority. This law is enforced to help prevent violent incidents and protect public safety. Penalties for carrying a knife unlawfully can include fines and imprisonment.


Are switch blades illegal in Minnesota?

Yes, switchblade knives are illegal in Minnesota under state law. It is illegal to possess, use, sell, or manufacture a switchblade knife in the state.


Is it legal to carry a butterfly knife in Minnesota?

No, it is illegal to carry a butterfly knife in Minnesota. It is classified as a dangerous weapon under Minnesota Statute 609.02, and possession of a butterfly knife is considered a misdemeanor offense.


Is it legal to carry a butterfly knife in Iowa?

No it is not legal to carry a butterfly knife or a switchblade in the state of Iowa


Are balisongs aka butterfly knives illegal in NY?

no there not illegal even text 242-242 for answers and there also not illegal because there not a gravity knife in some places yes it can be illegal but in newyork no it is not illegal unless its longer then 6" in newyork city there illegal up to 4" so if you just go to this website to find true facts you might want to look alittle harder on something that you researchQuestionAre butterfly knives illegal in New York AnswerNo, they are not. There are many stores in New York where you can purchase them. Thanks for using Cha-Cha!(242-242)In some U.S. states it is illegal to possess and/or carry such a knife in public. In certain jurisdictions, butterfly knives are categorized as a "gravity knife", "switchblade", or "dagger" although they are also occasionally outlawed by name ("butterfly knife").The knife is illegal in California if blade length exceeds two inches.In New York, the butterfly knife has been determined to not be a gravity knife.In Pennsylvania, the butterfly knife is legal for conceal and open carrying.Butterfly knife trainers feature a special blunt and unsharpened "blade," and are legal in areas where butterfly knives are not.for more information go tohttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switchblade#United_Statesfor all about them in the US. and if anyone has time. I currently have an open question about knives as well.. if anyone has the time to answer my question I would greatly appreciate it!!!!the link to my question is::http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ajvhn3I3DRT3zpDgccPJutrty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080731103450AA2zCuq&show=7#profile-info-PGXqfVkMaa

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