On May 30, 2019, the ban on gravitmeters in New York State was lifted. Thus, the mere possession of a gravity knife is no longer a crime under criminal law. However, the mere possession of switching blades, ballistic pilum knives or metal peg knives remains an administrative offence under Article 265.01(1). There is no specific and fixed blade like Karambit length size for knives, whether legal or illegal knives. New York City laws prohibit individuals from owning a knife with a blade of four inches or more. Pocket knives with smaller blades are legal to own and carry. That is not correct. I was punished for having a “knife in public”. It was actually the Kershaw cryo in the link for hunting knives. So no, open port is not legal. Do not use a clip. If the knife is too big to put in your pocket, don`t carry it to New York.
Bags can be searched at any time and a blade over 3″ long is illegal As mentioned above, some types of blades are illegal to own, regardless of how you intend to use them or for what reason you wear the item. These are called “per se” weapons, that is, the legislator has determined that they are legally illegal and that there is no legitimate reason to possess them. Another view is that they are so dangerous by nature that no one should ever own one. These include switching blades, pilum ballistic knives, metal ankle knives, and automatic knives such as a stiletto heel or tubular sword. Therefore, if you live in New York and you wear the blade in New York, all the laws applied in knife criminal law refer to your question of whether it is a sharp blade sufficient to cut the skin, according to the officer, he/she can arrest you or subpoena you for criminal possession of a firearm, even if it`s legal or not, you`ll probably be arrested if you`re seen, don`t swing and pretend it`s a real sword. It would be better to have it hidden in a blade holder the size of the sword. But still, it`s not a good thing to be charged or arrested, for whatever reason, is it? To do this, you need to be very careful before carrying knives, any type of knives in New York. Possession of certain knives is considered illegal under New York criminal law. If a person is found to possess one of these knives, they will be found guilty of criminal possession of a weapon. The following types of knives are explicitly illegal in New York: Yes, it is illegal, those with a finger hole are considered “metal knuckle knives”. The definition is whether it can be used as a percussion ring and knife at the same time.
When closed, it is considered only a percussion ring, which is also a crime. This law is the penal code of New York and not only NYC Would it be legal to wear a Karambit Style 4 in a firm blade on your person in New York for self-defense? Tell the court exactly what you said here. The officer was far from the line above a knife, but it depends on where you carry the knife. Explain that you have every right to do so. They made a law in Manhattan that they call a “threatening complaint from the public” (purely left behind, but it`s a law made!) and that everyone is arrested with a pocket knife cut, the problem with this law is that many people, even in New York, do not know this law, this law has not even been brought to the attention of other New Yorkers, and most people, who come from our state, of course, wouldn`t know. Neck knives and small concealed solid blades are another way. NYPDs are so exaggerated when it comes to small things that it`s sad. In all cases, explain to your judge that you are from another location. I`m glad I don`t live in New York, but the next time you want to carry a knife, I suggest a victorinox Swiss Army knife and a small one, but the Swiss champion is fine. Be careful because I heard (I hope it`s not true), but they beat a homeless man for a plastic knife that you can find at kfc or at a grocery store. So if I have a training knife (butterfly knife) and I only keep it at home to practice tricks, is this acceptable and legal with the police? A hasty answer would be welcome as I want to buy the knife very soon. Personally, I use a 4-inch Spyderco folder and a fixed blade here on LI every day.
I`ve never had a problem. But I really don`t know. I wear just what I want, within reason. I don`t walk around with a KA-BAR on my hips, but I pack steel, usually partially covered or completely covered.