2006-09-03 19:13:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
crisagi is correct. They are not considered illegal.
Now with that said, if you go out and stab somebody with one then you ARE in trouble. LOL
2006-09-03 23:35:29 · answer #1 · answered by BeachBum 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the state (or city/county) and how they are used.
Generally, if the foil is not sharpened, and is properly blunted on the tip, it counts as sports equipment rather than a weapon.
As always, laws vary by state.
2006-09-03 19:39:40 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Epees are not illegal - so long as you are not concealing it, nor are planning on doing any bodily harm to anyone. In and of itself it is no different than a baseball bat.
For example... a baseball bat is not illegal, but if you are concealing it in your sleeve or behind your back and then bash someone's head in with it, you can be charged with carrying a concealed weapon.
2006-09-03 19:39:56 · answer #3 · answered by crisagi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Though you might run into problems with the law if you were to go traipsing through the streets of an urban center with uncovered "swords," the answer is no.
2006-09-03 19:21:02 · answer #4 · answered by druid 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
???? No. Fencing is a recognized sport. Why would the equipment be illegal?
2006-09-03 19:21:22 · answer #5 · answered by Lonnie P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
everything is illegal. however, the importance of following the law is directly proportional to the amount of effort that is put toward enforcing it.
2006-09-03 19:37:48 · answer #6 · answered by Stand-up Philosopher 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously not. If they were, how would people take fencing classes?
2006-09-03 19:18:37 · answer #7 · answered by dh1977 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes no maybe so
2006-09-03 19:18:14 · answer #8 · answered by genesisfedez 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no
2006-09-03 19:15:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋