Is it illegal to carry a knife in california?

Certain other knives may not be carried either openly or concealed. In other words, these knives are always illegal to carry in California. Illegal knives include: switchblades, ballistic knives, and “novelty” knives, such as belt buckle knives and cane swords. read more

California law makes it illegal to possess and carry certain types of knives. Many are confused as to what types of knives are legal, and which types are illegal. For purposes of this blog we will seek to shed some light as to what constitutes legal carry of knives. read more

California knife laws will probably surprise anyone who hasn’t taken the time to read the penal code. In California it is perfectly legal to carry a fixed blade knife, of any length, around the waist — if sheathed. This includes hunting knives, kitchen knives, swords, etc. read more