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To: chris37
If that is indeed the governing statute there, it seems like his pocket knife is covered by (1), switch blade or not, and the arrest was legal.

Nope. "Weapon" is a defined term in Maryland law:

"Weapon" includes a dirk knife, bowie knife, switchblade knife, star knife, sandclub, metal knuckles, razor, and nunchaku.

"Weapon" does not include:
1. a handgun; or
2. a penknife without a switchblade.

So, if it was not a switchblade, it was likely not covered by the statute.

51 posted on 05/01/2015 12:33:46 PM PDT by Conscience of a Conservative
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To: Conscience of a Conservative

Alright, if that is what the law states, then that's what it sates. However, I can't see how they could classify nunchaku as a dangerous weapon! (I can spin them just like Nick here can :D)

59 posted on 05/01/2015 1:49:41 PM PDT by chris37 (Heartless)
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