Switchblade Laws and how to change them

[J. Hoffman]

Wisconsin is one of the few states that completely restricts auto knifes, even for LE,EMT or Firefighters. The Wisconsin state law is so vague that assisted openers, thumbstuds and box cutters could be considered switchblades. I know some states have recently been able to change their laws on switchblades, and I'm wondering what the best way to go about it is. What are the laws in your state regarding switchblades and how can we best change them?
Thanks

 

[glistam]

In my state, you can't sell or carry concealed, but you own and carry openly.

The way you change these laws is the probably the same as you change laws in any state. You write your representative, you campaign, you join political groups like Knife Rights or AKTI, and hope for the best.

btw I'm currently working on a US-wide list that summarizes switchblade laws here: http://weaponlaws.wikidot.com/us-switchblade-laws Unlike other sites that just throw it out there, each one I have personally researched in the most current statutes.

 

[TOM1960]

In my state, you can't sell or carry concealed, but you own and carry openly.

The way you change these laws is the probably the same as you change laws in any state. You write your representative, you campaign, you join political groups like Knife Rights or AKTI, and hope for the best.

btw I'm currently working on a US-wide list that summarizes switchblade laws here: http://weaponlaws.wikidot.com/us-switchblade-laws Unlike other sites that just throw it out there, each one I have personally researched in the most current statutes.

New Hampshire changed their laws with regard to switchblades. Yesterday, I went to Riley's in Hooksett, NH to purchase some .308 ammo and I saw a nice display of automatic knives for sale, mostly Benchmade models.

 

[Critter]

Wisconsin is one of the few states that completely restricts auto knifes, even for LE,EMT or Firefighters. The Wisconsin state law is so vague that assisted openers, thumbstuds and box cutters could be considered switchblades. I know some states have recently been able to change their laws on switchblades, and I'm wondering what the best way to go about it is. What are the laws in your state regarding switchblades and how can we best change them?
Thanks

It isn't easy, even in states where it is relatively easy. If you are seriously interested, Knife Rights can help, BUT the bottom line fact is that legislative change takes money. That money has to come primarily from in the state. The more difficult the state is with regards existing laws, typically the more expensive it is. We have a strategy and a plan, and quite frankly, right now Wisconsin isn't anywhere close to a near term objective unless someone local is willing to help make it happen. Feel free to give me a call if you are interested. It takes a LOT of work.