Is it not against the law to carry a knife...?

[mr.peanutbutter]

Besides bringing it to schools or airports, is it ok to keep a knife on you for protection?

[Johninaustin]

Man, getting specific questions isn't in the cards this week is it?
;)
You are going to have to choose jurisdiction, your age, type/size of knife, and what you consider "Self Defense".

Generally, I'd say it's a very good idea to leave the damn thing at home. Knife fights are not like the movies.

[mr.peanutbutter]

Man, getting specific questions isn't in the cards this week is it?
;)
You are going to have to choose jurisdiction, your age, type/size of knife, and what you consider "Self Defense".

Generally, I'd say it's a very good idea to leave the damn thing at home. Knife fights are not like the movies.

Sorry officer, I had no idea about all those requirements! What about brass knuckles? Is it ok to have those on you as well? I don't live in the safest area and I'm not the biggest guy so I would like to have the upper hand if I get pounced on.

[mcsap]

Unless you KNOW HOW TO USE A KNIFE , it wont be of much benefit to you and could be considered a wepaon depending on what and where.

Brass knuckles are most certainly a prohibited offensive weapon. Would be a Misd 1st here and a guaranteed trip to the pokey.

Why not look into the legality of some 10% pepper foam / spray ? It is cheap and in most every state is not a weapon.

[Johninaustin]

I'm smelling an April Fools joke in the works.;)

[mr.peanutbutter]

Why not look into the legality of some 10% pepper foam / spray ? It is cheap and in most every state is not a weapon.

Thats a great idea, do you know anything about the rules for pepper spray in Florida?

[SnapShawt]

Thats a great idea, do you know anything about the rules for pepper spray in Florida?

Say it with me - "GOOGLE"

Florida State Statures, Title XLVI, Chapter 790, Section 790.053, Open carrying of weapons.--

(1) Except as otherwise provided by law and in subsection (2), it is unlawful for any person to openly carry on or about his or her person any firearm or electric weapon or device.

(2) A person may openly carry, for purposes of lawful self-defense:

(a) A self-defense chemical spray.

(b) A nonlethal stun gun or dart-firing stun gun or other nonlethal electric weapon or device that is designed solely for defensive purposes.

(3) Any person violating this section commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

[scott715us]

Tennessee:

Knife with blade length under 4" = legal
Brass knucks = illegal
Knife with blade length over 4" = illegal
Mace = legal