Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

A close friend and I have been debating the CURRENT California Penal Law in regards to CONCEALED WEAPONS...specifically knives....could you please end this debate for us....what is it currently & please what the penal code is....Thanking you in advance for your time....


Asked on 11/22/10, 11:05 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Robert Marshall Law Office of Robert L, Marshall

Penal Code �12020 makes it illegal to carry a "dirk or dagger," defined as a knife or any other stabbing weapon, concealed on your person.

There is an exception for folding pocket knives, as long a they are closed.

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Answered on 11/27/10, 11:23 am
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

I agree with Mr. Marshall.

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Answered on 11/27/10, 2:51 pm


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