Knife law in NYC

Tom19176 - what is your opinion on a concealed fix blade (single edge only in NYC), Under 4" of course. Lets say 2" to 3".

I can't seem to get a clear understanding from the NYC Penal Code and thought I read it on the Forums some time back - but can't find it.

Thanks!
 
I think you are good with a small fixed blade (under 4" blade) that is single edged. There is one member that feels this would be considered a dirk, but I for one would disagree with that. The only issue is the vague terms of dirk, stiletto, dagger and dangerous knife have no real definition in the law. I feel most officers would not feel it was illegal.
 
Thanks Tom.

I would agree. I can't imagine a LEO claiming that I am carrying a dirk or dagger while I am cutting rope or opening a box with my AG Russell Woodswalker at the local home improvement store.

As far as my large, single edge fixed blades. I only have them on me when going up-state to hunt and fish - of course I always have my licenses on me.
 
I think Tom is the voice of reason on this forum, but let me chime in and just say this -- the caselaw that I am aware had to do with a push dagger, but it ended up with a very broad "modern definition of a dirk" that would include most general purpose fixed blade knives.

I don't think most of us will ever make to the Court of Appeals on this issue, so in the meantime I think we need to be primarily concerned with perception, given that police officers, ADAs and judges have a lot of discretion.

I think the Woodswalker is a nice little knife, and it looks like one.

I also like the Bud Nealy fixed blades that hang upside down inside your suit coat pocket.

Both of them MAY fit within the letter of the law, but which one do you think will get you into trouble? I think a lot of officers would recognize the Nealy for what it is.

No offense to Bud, I love his knives and admire his designs. The sad story is, though, law enforcement is not going to help you find loopholes for items they consider to be weapons. Quite the opposite.

My two cents.

Seth
 
Good point Seth. I would agree with your statement as well.

I used to carry the Nealy, but quite honestly - reading some of the posts here scared the heck out of me. Now it sits in a box on a shelf.

:mad:
 
I'm a construction worker in NYC. I carry a spring assisted SOG trident (openeing boxes cutting rope low voltage wire etc.). I carry when im not at work, but not if im going out for the evening. I also carry it when im fishing either in or outside of NYC. I am now going to stop. It's not for defense but rather a helpful tool. I don't want it taken away or to be locked up for it. Thanks to everyone who posted this very helpful information.
 
want to carry a knife in nyc?just move south because when the clinton gang get thru up there,they will have everything banned including kitchen knives and baseball bats.you name it.
 
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