Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
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Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Can someone explain to me why we can get licensed to carry a firearm- with stringent requirements and thorough vetting- but we can't carry an automatic knife?
Doesn't make much sense IMO.
Doesn't make much sense IMO.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
What do you mean by "automatic knife?" There are some kinds of knives which we cannot get a license for, and which we cannot carry either. We CAN carry some assisted opening knives if the blades are under the maximum allowable length.DH44 wrote:Can someone explain to me why we can get licensed to carry a firearm- with stringent requirements and thorough vetting- but we can't carry an automatic knife?
Doesn't make much sense IMO.
If these were guns, it would be like being told that we cannot under any circumstances carry semiautomatic pistols in caliber over 9mm or 7 rounds capacity. Do you think that is better than our current gun rights?
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
As of Sept. 1, it will be legal under state law to carry an automatic knife. This doesn't make it legal under local laws such as in San Antonio.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
By chance do you remember which bill this is?SQLGeek wrote:As of Sept. 1, it will be legal under state law to carry an automatic knife. This doesn't make it legal under local laws such as in San Antonio.
Did not stay up on the knife bills this session

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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Which part isn't correct?
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Has this been signed by the governor yet?SQLGeek wrote:Which part isn't correct?
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Not what was intended to post..SQLGeek wrote:Which part isn't correct?
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I was saying I did not know... no idea what my fingers typed...

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Yes on 14 JuneTheCytochromeC wrote:Has this been signed by the governor yet?SQLGeek wrote:Which part isn't correct?
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/BillLook ... ill=HB1862" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Thanks
SQLGeek for the heads up.... guess I don't have to keep those knifes in the safe all the time when not at work now..
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
I do hate when that happens.
Glad I could pass along some information!
The real question is do I want to plunk down the coin for one or stick with an assisted opener which are darn near automatic?
Also, I don't know San Antonio law enough to know if they ban switchblades. I had thought they did but I can't find anything saying that they do. At any rate, local preemption is still allowed so tread carefully.

The real question is do I want to plunk down the coin for one or stick with an assisted opener which are darn near automatic?
Also, I don't know San Antonio law enough to know if they ban switchblades. I had thought they did but I can't find anything saying that they do. At any rate, local preemption is still allowed so tread carefully.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Let me return the favorSQLGeek wrote:I do hate when that happens.Glad I could pass along some information!
The real question is do I want to plunk down the coin for one or stick with an assisted opener which are darn near automatic?
Also, I don't know San Antonio law enough to know if they ban switchblades. I had thought they did but I can't find anything saying that they do. At any rate, local preemption is still allowed so tread carefully.
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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.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
E.Marquez wrote:Yes on 14 JuneTheCytochromeC wrote:Has this been signed by the governor yet?SQLGeek wrote:Which part isn't correct?
It is HB 1862
http://www.legis.state.tx.us/tlodocs/83 ... 01862F.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/BillLook ... ill=HB1862" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Thanks
SQLGeek for the heads up.... guess I don't have to keep those knifes in the safe all the time when not at work now..
I was looking elsewhere. I thought it was taking a while! I'm excited now.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Am I reading that right, that I can't carry any knife under 5.5" if it can be locked into place?E.Marquez wrote: 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.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
I had the same thought. That would illegalize ALL of my pocket knives.cb1000rider wrote:Am I reading that right, that I can't carry any knife under 5.5" if it can be locked into place?E.Marquez wrote: 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.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Thats the way I read it as wellcb1000rider wrote:Am I reading that right, that I can't carry any knife under 5.5" if it can be locked into place?E.Marquez wrote: 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.




That makes my every day pocket carry C.R.K.T 1" long blade P.E.C.K knife

illegal in that city, and most every other knife I own as well.
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Re: Automatic Knife Carry- Why Not?
Here is what I'll be carrying.
and yes, I already bought it.
http://davesknifeworld.com/emersonautoc ... dge-1.aspx
and yes, I already bought it.
http://davesknifeworld.com/emersonautoc ... dge-1.aspx
