Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

Legal knife blade length vs. concealment

In Virginia, is there a blade length that is considered illegal, even if it is not concealed? I know there are places like church, schools, and courts that they are not allowed. Can the knife exceed 3'' in length and be sheathed on a belt in plainview?


Asked on 11/26/06, 8:17 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Fred Kaufman Fredrick S. Kaufman, Esquire

Re: Legal knife blade length vs. concealment

Generally you can carry a weapon in places where it is legal to possess them. Many laws apply to place where it is not permitted. Generally you should read the following statutes. Do a web search for the Virginia Code and look up sections 18.2-282.1, 18.2-308 and 18.2-308.1.

Good luck.

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Answered on 11/27/06, 10:09 pm


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