Hello, I'm a martial artist, and I recently moved up to Bellingham, WA, and I'm curious about whether or not I need a permit to carry/own my sword. I recently had to walk home from practice (my home is about 2 1/2 miles away), and I was keeping my weapon hidden the entire way home out of fear that I'd be arrested, or fined, or something of that nature if the police noticed. Do I need to obtain a permit to carry/own my sword? Do I need to register it as I would a firearm? Any help here would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
2007-04-06 13:54:51 · 5 answers · asked by Dragonforce 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Carrying it hidden would be considered a concealed weapon and could get you in a ton of trouble if caught. No permit is necessary however. My best suggestion would be to buy one of the many sword carrying bags available online and use that. That's what I have. They not only protect the weapon, but shouldn't be considered "concealed" either. Any competent law enforcement officer would realize that if you are a martial artist (perhaps carrying your gym bag with your gi) they would not mess with you.
2007-04-11 08:50:43 · answer #1 · answered by mercierarmory 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know Washington law. In most states, concealing any weapon will get you in MORE trouble than openly carrying the same weapon. I suggest contacting the local police and asking them. Regardless of what laws are on the books, the police know what is actually enforced.
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2016-11-26 23:59:47 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bellingham can be really a stickler about those types of things. Best idea would be to call up city hall. You can find the number in the McGregor book.
2007-04-06 14:02:21 · answer #4 · answered by Captain Moe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any open bladed knife, or folding knife that is bigger than the palm of your hand is considered a concealed weapon. I would talk to someone at a gun store about any types of permits that can be purchased. But I dont think it is legal to carry it on you. Buy one for class and one for your home.
2007-04-06 14:03:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋