More than anything, I want to learn about lock picking, as I'm very interested in locks. Also, just before I do anything rash, can you please reassure me that possession is legal in Texas. And, I can lock pick my own locks privately.
2007-10-07 04:24:30 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Locksmithing refers to repair, modification, and installation of locks. Lock picking is a technique. Most locksmiths won't waste much time on picking a lock. They will just drill it out, and replace it. There are books on lock picking, but if you do not have the touch, you're wasting your time.
2007-10-07 07:36:47 · answer #1 · answered by CGIV76 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although the phrase "lock-picking" carries negative connotations, it is not illegal.
All locksmiths do lock-picking. When referring to this trade, it is probably more fitting to call it "locksmithing" rather than "lock-picking" --- it just sounds better, and gives a better impression of what your intentions are.
There are various sites on the internet where you can buy "lock-picking" tools. And most come with instructions as to their use.
And there are various courses (many web-based) which teach locksmithing.
Now as to legality --- simply owning lock-picking tools is not illegal. It is what you do with them that determines illegality.
I'm sure however, if a building was burgled nearby and the police detained you and discovered lock-picking tools on your person, that you would have some extensive explaining to do.
2007-10-07 12:01:19 · answer #2 · answered by Wyoming Rider 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could take a class to become a lock smith... they do teach the technique there... as a suggestion, just do some searches on Goggle or YouTube, you might be surprised at what you can find.
2007-10-07 11:45:02 · answer #3 · answered by lordkelvin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well one you could become a liscensed locksmith and get paid to fix or pick locks also a liscensed mechanic can pick locks on automobiles legally if there fixing them
2007-10-07 12:09:52 · answer #4 · answered by gamafoo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use any method you care to to open any lock you are allowed to open. If you have such a deep fascination why don't you look into becoming a locksmith?
2007-10-07 11:30:59 · answer #5 · answered by gunplumber_462 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course you can pick your own locks, if you get locked out of your house, how else would you get in?
2007-10-07 11:27:38 · answer #6 · answered by N0LaNbPiMpIn985 F.O.B. 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋