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Can I carry a knife on me at work?
People in California can carry folding knives (other than switchblades) concealed on their person and freely in the open. Folding knives include pocketknives, box cutters, and other “utility” knives. Certain knives are completely illegal to possess, manufacture, sell, and import in California.
Is it illegal to have a pocket knife at work?
This includes a “pocketknife” or “Swiss army knife,” box cutter, or “utility knife.” According to California Penal Code Section 17235, all folding knives are legal in the state and may be concealed as long as they are in the folded position. There is also no restriction on the blade length of a folding knife.
What are the laws on carrying a knife in the US?
Basic laws on knives. It’s illegal to: sell a knife to anyone under 18, unless it has a folding blade 3 inches long (7.62 cm) or less. carry a knife in public without good reason, unless it has a folding blade with a cutting edge 3 inches long or less. carry, buy or sell any type of banned knife.
What are good reasons for carrying a knife or weapon?
Good reasons for carrying a knife or weapon. Examples of good reasons to carry a knife or weapon in public can include: taking knives you use at work to and from work. taking it to a gallery or museum to be exhibited.
What are the rules for carrying a knife in South Africa?
sell a knife to anyone under 18, unless it has a folding blade 3 inches long (7.62 cm) or less. carry a knife in public without good reason, unless it has a folding blade with a cutting edge 3 inches long or less. carry, buy or sell any type of banned knife. use any knife in a threatening way (even a legal knife)
Is it legal to carry a concealed knife in your car?
Having a knife in your car that is not visible from outside could be considered a concealed knife. You cannot sell dirks and bowies to people under 18. Balisongs, disguised knives, throwing knives, bowie knives, and other large knives are legal. Throwing stars, ballistic knives are illegal.