Everyone knows that a permit is required to possess and/or carry a firearm for self-defense. However, there is a lot of confusion when it comes to other means of self-defense. Many people wonder what is the permissible length of a knife blade or is it legal to carry a knife at all. People also wonder if it is legal to carry brass knuckles, pepper spray or a taser.
The myth of knife blade length
Contrary to popular belief, there is no permissible length of a knife blade. It is forbidden to carry any dagger (knife) whose primary purpose is attack, regardless of its size, blade length or opening mechanism.
Brass knuckles and other cold weapons
In addition to daggers (knives), it is prohibited to carry a boxer, dagger, saber, bayonet and any other object (e.g. machete) whose primary purpose is to attack. In other words, it is prohibited to carry a cold weapon. A person carrying a cold weapon may be charged with a misdemeanor, which can result in a large fine or prison sentence. It is in these situations that the professional defense of an attorney becomes crucial in order to avoid the most severe sanctions through proper legal qualification.
On the other hand, the acquisition and possession of cold weapons is not prohibited.
Allowed means of self-defense
In addition to the firearms for which a permit is required, there are only two means that are permissible for self-defense use. These are: gas sprays (so-called pepper sprays) and devices for causing electric shocks (so-called tasers).
A pepper sprays and tasers can be carried by any adult without permit. Gas spray can also be carried by a minor from the age of 16.
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