When you think “pocket-knife” A LOT of different styles come to mind. They can range from the Boy-Scout friendly Swiss Army Knife or a utilitarian knife tool, even an up scale cutting tool that’s more for show than actual use. In essence, there are quite a few sub-categories (i.e. styles, usage, level of convenience…). The category we’re going to talk about is OTF knives. A branch of automatic switchblades, when well made, these knives are quick, convenient, and in style. There may not be a wide variety like other styles out there but there is still quite a bit available. […]

Quick Legal Facts Statewide Preemption: No. Concealed Carry: Concealment is a factor under California law. Schools: California schools are weapons free zones. Major Cities with Knife Ordinances: Several. Critical Dimensions: Two inches or more—blade length of illegal switchblade under California law. Restricted Knives: Air Gauge Knife, Belt Buckle Knife, Lipstick Case Knife, Writing Pen Knife, Undetectable Knife, Shobi-zue (staff or rod containing knife blade), Cane Sword, Ballistic Knife, Switchblade Knife having a blade two inches or more in length, Undetectable Knife. **Definitions for these items are found in 16590 Generally prohibited weapon defined. California Penal Code 21310 which provides that […]

Quick Legal Facts Statewide Preemption: Yes. Schools: Deadly weapons may not be possessed in a polling place on any election day or on school grounds. There is no “pocket knife” exception for school grounds or polling places on election day. Critical Dimensions: None noted. Restricted Knives: None. The Arizona statute which governs the carry of knives is 13-3102. The statute restricts the concealed carry of a “deadly weapon” defined as “anything that is designed for lethal use.” Knives may be deadly weapons. An individual 21 or older may carry deadly weapons concealed “on the person” or in his immediate control within […]