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To: simpson96

Pepper spray is illegal in N.Y. State?


7 posted on 09/23/2025 9:56:50 AM PDT by desertsolitaire (hite sea. My grandfather shouted warning to anyone who would listen that the Titanic was going to st)
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To: desertsolitaire

> Pepper spray is illegal in N.Y. State? <

It’s my understanding that pepper spray is legal in all 50 states. But many states impose restrictions. From the link below, in New York a pepper spray canister can contain no more than 0.75 ounces of spray.

That isn’t much.

https://legalclarity.org/why-pepper-spray-isnt-actually-illegal-in-new-york/


12 posted on 09/23/2025 10:06:20 AM PDT by Leaning Right (It's morning in America. Again.)
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To: desertsolitaire
Pepper spray is illegal in N.Y. State?

I don't think so, but I believe it has to be purchased at a gun shop or similar. No mail order.

31 posted on 09/23/2025 11:17:44 AM PDT by 1Old Pro
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To: desertsolitaire

Yes, in most jurisdictions. Like England, it is illegal to defend yourself with anything other than a whistle. No tazer, spray, knife, anything.

The coppers will immediately materialize, yah see.


32 posted on 09/23/2025 11:26:17 AM PDT by bobbo666
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To: desertsolitaire

Not sure, but I am sure it’s illegal to use it unless being physically attacked.


37 posted on 09/23/2025 11:56:00 AM PDT by Flaming Conservative ((Pray without ceasing)like he had it with him.)
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