Knife Rights’ Knife Owners’ Protection Act of 2024 has been introduced by Sen. Mike Lee and Rep. Andy Biggs.
Knife Owners’ Protection Act Reintroduced to Congress
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Harris vs Trump vs Your Knife Rights ~ Take A Stand!
Given Kamala Harris’ & Tim Walz’ well-documented animus towards the 2nd Amendment & individual freedom, I doubt anyone is surprised that Donald Trump & J.D. Vance are the better choices for the knife community.
California Judge Rules Switchblades are Not Protected by the Second Amendment
A California Federal District Judge from the Southern District of California ruled that switchblades are not protected arms and not protected by the Second Amendment.
Court Opines Feds Won’t Enforce the FSA and Dismisses Knife Rights’ Case…But That’s Not the End of It
The Court’s “claiming that the Federal Switchblade Act is a dead letter, when the ban is still ‘on the books’ may be reassuring to some, but it is a bizarre conclusion.
Knife Rights’ Louisiana Knife Law Preemption Bill Signed
Louisiana SB 194, that includes Knife Rights’ signature Knife Law Preemption language, was signed into law on Wednesday by Governor Jeff Landry. The new law becomes effective on August 1, 2024.
Hawaii Legalizes Butterfly, Switchblade, Gravity Knives & More
Hawaii repealed the bans on manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, and transportation of Butterfly Knives (Balisongs), Switchblades and Gravity Knives as well as brass knuckles (including Trench Knives and Karambits), Swords and Spears. The new law is effective immediately. Concealed carry remains illegal.
Washington Governor Signs Bill Effectively Banning Knives on Public Transportion
Washington Governor Jay Inslee yesterday signed blatantly unconstitutional anti-knife (and anti-gun) SB 5444 that effectively bans knives on public transport.
After 9 Year Effort, Idaho Governor Signs Knife Rights’ Knife Law Preemption Bill!
Governor Brad Little yesterday signed H0620, Knife Rights’ bill that will enact Knife Rights’ signature Knife Law Preemption in Idaho.
Dueling Motions Filed in Knife Rights Challenge to Cal.’s Switchblade Knife BAN
Motions for Summary Judgement have been filed by both sides in Knife Rights’ federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality under the Second Amendment of California’s complete ban on common automatic knives 2-inches and greater that the State prohibits as illegal “switchblades.”
VERY, VERY URGENT ACTION ALERT! EMAIL WA Senators TODAY to Support “Spring Blade” Ban Repeal!
If you are a Washington resident, once again we need your help! Knife Rights’ bill that would repeal Washington’s ban on “spring blade” (automatic) knives, SB 5860, is finally ready for a floor vote in the Senate. We need your help TODAY to get that vote!
URGENT ACTION ALERT! Sign In to Support Washington “Spring Blade” Ban Repeal Bill
Knife Rights’ bill that would repeal Washington’s ban on “spring blade” (automatic) knives, SB 5860, is set for a hearing Monday. PLEASE SIGN IN TODAY to support this bill!
Knives & the Second Amendment, a Scholarly Analysis
The first detailed scholarly analysis of knives and the Second Amendment was published in 2013 by the University of Michigan Journal of Law Reform…
Knife Rights Files Amicus Brief in Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Switchblade Case
Knife Rights Files Amicus Brief in Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Switchblade Case that supports Appellant’s claim that Commonwealth’s ban on switchblades is unconstitutional under the Second Amendment.
Motion For Summary Judgment Filed in Knife Rights’ Lawsuit to End Unconstitutional Federal Switchblade Act
Knife Rights today filed a Motion for Summary Judgment in its federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of portions of the Federal Switchblade Act.
Worst Anti-Knife City in America Caves to Knife Rights 2A Lawsuit
The worst anti-knife city in America has caved to Knife Rights 2A lawsuit challenging the city’s ban on public possession and carry of knives (bladed arms)!
Human Rights Group Sues to End Unconstitutional Federal Switchblade Ban
The Federal Switchblade Act has always been constitutionally questionable. After Bruen, there is no doubt this Act has been violating the Second Amendment rights of Americans for decades.
Human Rights Group Sues Philadelphia to End Unconstitutional Knife Ban
It’s time for Philadelphia to accept reality & understand that it can no longer strip residents of their rights by banning knives in virtually all public places
Knife Rights: Florida Permitless Carry Bill (including Knives) Signed by Governor
Knife Rights supported Florida Permitless Carry bill, HB 543, which includes knives, has been signed by Governor DeSantis. Once in effect, starting July 1st, concealed carry in Florida without a permit will no longer be limited to a “pocket knife.”
Virginia Switchblade Concealed Carry Ban Repeal Signed by Governor!
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday evening signed HB 2298, which removes switchblades from the list of weapons that cannot be carried concealed in the state.
Mississippi Knife Law Preemption Bill Introduced
Knife Law Preemption is a criminal justice reform effort that repeals & prevents local ordinances more restrictive than state law which only entrap law-abiding citizens.
Knife Rights: Repeal of Alabama Knife Restrictions Takes Effect Now
Knife Rights: Repeal of Alabama knife restrictions takes effect with the enactment of state Constitutional Carry.
Knife Rights’ Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Takes Effect
Knife Rights’ Repeal of Pennsylvania’s ban on the possession & carry of Switchblade Knives takes effect today. The manufacture & sale of automatic knives in state is also now legal.
Maryland AG Defends “Assault Weapon” Ban Citing 19th Century Bowie Ban
Maryland Attorney General defends “assault weapon” ban citing 19th century Bowie knife ban . It’s an argument that just doesn’t make the cut.
Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Signed
PA Governor Wolf today signed House Bill 1929, repealing Pennsylvania’s ban on automatic knives! The repeal is effective on January 2, 2023.
New Jersey Senate Committee Amends Awful Bill that Targeted Knife Owners
Meanwhile, the full Assembly has its own anti-Bruen bill, A4769. It still retains the language that targets knife owners as well as concealed carry holders.
Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Passes! On to Governor
House Bill 1929, repealing Pennsylvania’s ban on automatic knives, passed the Senate unanimously on Wednesday. The bill previously passed the House 202-1. HB 1929 now moves to Governor Wolf for action
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Effective July 1st
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill, SB 758, is effective tomorrow, July 1st. Possession, carry, sale, purchase and manufacture of automatic (switchblade) knives will be legal in VA.
Louisiana Switchblade Concealed Carry Ban Repeal Signed & is Law
Knife Rights’ bill to repeal Louisiana’s ban on the concealed carry of switchblades was signed Thursday by Governor John Edwards. It will become effective on August 1st.
Alabama Constitutional Carry Bill Repealing Knife Bans Signed!
Alabama Gov. Ivey signed Knife Rights supported HB 272, Constitutional Carry bill. Restrictions on the carrying of a Bowie knife or a concealed knife in Alabama are repealed effective Jan. 1, 2023.
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill Signed!
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill,that passed with broad bipartisan support, has been signed into law by Governor Glenn Youngkin. It becomes effective on July 1st.
