Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota
I have a question about balisongs in the state of Minnesota. I want to know what is legal and illegal about balisongs, like carying, owning, purchasing, ect. I want to make sure before I just go and purchase one.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Such law is complex and involves some 'grey', ambiguity. I urge you to get
a formal private opinion from a well experienced attorney at this time so
she can advise you in great details based upon the full facts of your
personal situation.
Tricia Dwyer Esq
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It is not illegal to own or carry a butterfly knife per se. The law makes it illegal to own a switchblade, but the term is poorly defined. it is illegal, however, under 609.66 to carry a dangerous weapon. A Dangerous weapon is also poorly defined and could encompass the balisong if recklessly handled or carried for an unlawful purpose.
In other words, it is probably a bad idea.
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