Brass Knuckles Laws By State
Brass Knuckles Laws By State (includes Kitty Knuckles)
Brass Knuckles (includes Kitty Knuckles) are illegal in most US States.
Make sure that you're aware of the laws for the State that you live in or plan to travel to. In most states, you can get fined and/or possibly incarcerated.
What are brass Knuckles (Kitty Knuckles)? They can be metal or plastic and are a melee weapon used primarily in hand-to-hand combat. They are fitted and designed to be worn around the knuckles of the human hand.
ILLEGAL STATES:
Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington
LEGAL WITH CCW PERMIT STATES:
Connecticut, Delware, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin,
Note: Illegal to carry them concealed without a license and/or permit. Failing to adhere to the State laws will result in either a misdemeanor and/or a felony charge.
LEGAL STATES:
Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wyoming
Brass Knuckles Legal Status by State
State | Brass Knuckles Legality |
Alabama | With Permit |
Alaska | Illegal |
Arizona | Legal |
Arkansas | Illegal |
California | Illegal |
Colorado | Illegal |
Connecticut | With Permit |
Delaware | With Permit |
Florida | With Permit |
Georgia | Legal |
Hawaii | Legal |
Idaho | Legal |
Illinois | Illegal |
Indiana | Legal |
Iowa | Legal |
Kansas | Illegal |
Kentucky | With Permit |
Louisiana | With Permit |
Maine | Illegal |
Maryland | With Permit |
Massachusetts | Illegal |
Michigan | Illegal |
Minnesota | Illegal |
Mississippi | With Permit |
Missouri | Illegal |
Montana | Legal |
Nebraska | With Permit |
Nevada | Illegal |
New Hampshire | Illegal |
New Jersey | Illegal |
New Mexico | With Permit |
New York | Illegal |
North Carolina | With Permit |
North Dakota | With Permit |
Ohio | With Permit |
Oklahoma | Illegal |
Oregon | With Permit |
Pennsylvania | Illegal |
Rhode Island | Illegal |
South Carolina | Legal |
South Dakota | Legal |
Tennessee | Illegal |
Texas | Legal |
Utah | Legal |
Vermont | Illegal |
Virginia | With Permit |
Washington | Illegal |
West Virginia | With Permit |
Wisconsin | With Permit |
Wyoming | Legal |
Disclaimer on Brass Knuckle Use
The information provided herein is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The possession, use, and carrying of brass knuckles are subject to various laws and regulations that differ by State and locality. It is essential to consult with a legal professional or check local laws to understand the specific regulations applicable in your area.
Plugish is NOT responsible for the determining legality when it comes to determining legal laws and restrictions. You as the "buyer" is solely responsible for determining the legality of the possession and use of our products in your city and State.