Also called the "balisong" or "gravity knife", YES, the knife is considered a deadly weapon and is prohibited from most states when carried concealed.
Yup you can buy them in any store that sells decent knives just make sure if you carry It on you its 3 inches or smaller any larger will be considered a deadly weapon
NO! they are a prohibited weapon
No. It is considered a weapon and if you take it to school you will be in trouble.
Butterfly knives are not illegal to carry in MN, but it is illegal to use it as a weapon, so just don't stab anyone.
Yes, in law there are weapons that are considered as deadly whereas there are some that are considered as less deadly.
Because the function of such a device is to enhance its value as a weapon.
Butterfly knives are considered a switchblade under Texas law. A switchblade is a prohibited weapon, meaning that they are illegal to possess. Even if a company will mail you the knife, you can be prosecuted if you are caught with it.
Yes, even though it is not deadly when used in an inappropriate way it can be considered a weapon.
Yes
Yes, it can be.
An illegal weapon is an ILLEGAL weapon regardless of where you use it, how you use it, or who you use it against.
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.