Knife Rights Related Question About A N on-Knife Multitool

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I saw a video on a new line of SAK pocket tools that lack any cutting blade, so they are a pocketable multitool but not really a pocket knife. The presenter was in the UJK and opined that these would be fine for events and venues in the UK where any sort of blue of any size is forbidden by law. . . . .and this got me thinking.

A family member will receive a gift this year that is a pocket multitool dedicated to picking locks. It is a "Covert Companion" from Covert Equipment. Nifty, compact, and a quali=ty piece of kit.

I have no idea about this area of hobby interest. What are the possible legal ramifications? The intent and plan is for the item to remain at home in a desk drawer, but . . . .What problems arise from taking this gear along in checked baggage by air? What about a traffic stop?
 
Interesting subject. Not a lawyer here, just doing some internet research.

If I understand right, it's all about intent.

There are some federal laws regarding shipment. You can't ship lock picks to unauthorized persons with USPS (exceptions include bona fide locksmiths, lock manufacturers, motor vehicle dealers and mechanics, etc.)

The rest is controlled by states. In 4 states, you have to prove that you possess with good intent. In the others, there are laws, but I'm guessing if you claim you are a bonafide locksmith, car mechanic, etc., you'll be fine, unless you are caught - say - trespassing with the tools.

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As an example, the other day I had to rekey locks on 18 doors of our new house. Certainly a bonafide locksmith activity ....

So, ask your family member to prepare a good reason for possession, and avoid the purple states above.

Hope this helps,

Roland.
 
ferider said:
Interesting subject. Not a lawyer here, just doing some internet research.

If I understand right, it's all about intent.

There are some federal laws regarding shipment. You can't ship lock picks to unauthorized persons with USPS (exceptions include bona fide locksmiths, lock manufacturers, motor vehicle dealers and mechanics, etc.)

The rest is controlled by states. In 4 states, you have to prove that you possess with good intent. In the others, there are laws, but I'm guessing if you claim you are a bonafide locksmith, car mechanic, etc., you'll be fine, unless you are caught - say - trespassing with the tools.

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As an example, the other day I had to rekey locks on 18 doors of our new house. Certainly a bonafide locksmith activity ....

So, ask your family member to prepare a good reason for possession, and avoid the purple states above.

Hope this helps,

Roland.
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It's all about intent in court

It's all about a cops assumptions and lack of legal knowledge on the street
 
A multi-tool that doesn't have some type of cutting edge, even a non-pointed one, makes about as much sense as installing a Briggs & Stratton lawnmower engine in a Maserati. The original Leatherman is still the best quality multi-tool on the market, IMHO. The one that I own was a gift from my parents about 30 years ago and it still works perfectly. As for possession of lockpicking tools, you should be OK. Some states have a "possession of burglar instruments" statute, which includes pry bars, but these are usually "add on" charges if you are caught breaking into a building or motor vehicle.
 
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