I know this has been brought up before, but... (San Antonio topic)

[Clockwork]

Exactly what constitutes a 'legal knife' in the city of San Antonio?

I've got an automatic folding Gerber knife with a locking blade that was issued to me in Iraq that I'd love to carry around with me, but I don't think it's legal unless I'm in uniform.

 

[Mexican_Hippie]

ARTICLE I. - IN GENERAL

I think the "locking" mechanism is what makes it a no-go for SA. One can debate the "travelling" as well, not sure if this is the same definition as the state. I could be wrong but it look illegal to me.

 

[Clockwork]

Sec. 21-17. - Certain knives prohibited generally; exceptions; penalty for violation.
(a)It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5½) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.
(b)The above prohibition set forth in subsection (a) shall not be applicable to a person carrying such a knife:
(1)In the actual discharge of his duties as a peace officer, a member of the armed forces or national guard, or a guard employed by a penal institution;
(2)On his own premises or premises under his control;
(3)Traveling;
(4)Engaged in lawful hunting, fishing or other lawful sporting activity; or
(5)Using such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.

Like, what the heck does that even mean, in the bold? Cuz the way it's written it almost reads like a "just kidding!" statement. Like if you're not breaking any laws with you knife then it's okay to be using it...

 

[Mexican_Hippie]

Like, what the heck does that even mean, in the bold? Cuz the way it's written it almost reads like a "just kidding!" statement. Like if you're not breaking any laws with you knife then it's okay to be using it...

I've been told on the internet it's only tacked on if you broke other laws. The internet never lies, LOL.

I thought we had some SA po-pos around here?

 

[Clockwork]

Well, I think the locking mechanism for the automatic blade is a show stopper, too. Plus I think the blade is only like 3.5" to 4" long. It's like a perfect knife, too. Bleh. Does anyone have some S.A. legal knife recommendations?

 

[matefrio]

It was pointed out by TXI that if you have a folding blade knife over five and one-half inches you are in violation of TX law. If you have a folding blade knife under five and one-half inches you violate SA law.

See the loophole?

 

[Clockwork]

*muttering obscenities*

 

[matefrio]

(5)Using such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.

Cheff at a restaurant? Butcher? Any occupation where a blade is needed that long. I just remembered the following...

With your CHL and a handgun you can carry a knife with a blade over five and one-half inches.

 

[Mexican_Hippie]

You should be good with a swiss army knife, but I think they suck goat balls

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[RiverCity.45]

... I just remembered the following...

With your CHL and a handgun you can carry a knife with a blade over five and one-half inches.

Really? I don't recall reading anything in the Penal Code about that exception. Can you point me in the right direction?

 

[matefrio]

What prevents you from carrying a handgun, illegal knife or club:
§ 46.02. UNLAWFUL CARRYING WEAPONS. (a) A person commits
an offense if he intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries on
or about his person a handgun, illegal knife, or club.
Illegal Knife Defined:
(6) "Illegal knife" means a:
(A) knife with a blade over five and one-half inches;
(B) hand instrument designed to cut or stab another by being thrown;
(C) dagger, including but not limited to a dirk, stiletto, and poniard;
(D) bowie knife;
(E) sword; or
(F) spear.
Oh no what do we do? It's unlawful to carry things we like to carry around, calm down, there are exemptions.
Sec. 46.15. NONAPPLICABILITY. (a) Sections 46.02 and 46.03 do not apply to:
bla bla bla <-Cut out a bunch of stuff ->
(6) is carrying a concealed handgun and a valid license issued under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code, to carry a concealed handgun of the same category as the handgun the person is carrying;

 

[Wolfwood]

hehe

time to go pickup on of these ...

 

[Clockwork]

hehe

time to go pickup on of these ...

What, a Taurus? That's all you, buddy!

 

[MR Redneck]

Since Knifes are mentioned in the weapons code of chapter 46, and Texas weapons "chapter 46" are protected by Preemption of Law, wouldnt that make the SA "rules" not worth the paper there wrote on?
Seriously, WTF is wrong with them SA city folk?

 

[txinvestigator]

***SIGH**** Weapons are not mentioned in the Texas Preemption law, and chapter 46 of the penal code is not even mentioned.

 

[MR Redneck]

Then it should be.

 

[txinvestigator]

Perhaps, but it is not, and we should not post bad information especially since the facts are so readily available right here on the internet.

 

[Bithabus]

Well, I think the locking mechanism for the automatic blade is a show stopper, too. Plus I think the blade is only like 3.5" to 4" long. It's like a perfect knife, too. Bleh. Does anyone have some S.A. legal knife recommendations?

Automatic knives are illegal in Texas, even to possess. I wouldn't want to get caught carrying one anywhere in the State.

 

[Bithabus]

It was pointed out by TXI that if you have a fixed blade knife over five and one-half inches you are in violation of TX law. If you have a fixed blade knife under five and one-half inches you violate SA law.

This is incorrect. A fixed blade knife under 5.5 inches is legal to carry in SA. The city ordinance prohibits folding knives that lock with blades under 5.5.

 

[Clockwork]

Automatic knives are illegal in Texas, even to possess. I wouldn't want to get caught carrying one anywhere in the State.

Neither would I, which is why I don't use it while I'm not in uniform. Which is a shame, because it's a great knife. Very handy.