How To Go To Jail

This information is for entertainment purposes only and I am not in any way, shape, or form advising you on what to carry where you live. Let me know if you agree with my findings. The main point of this is to show the absurdity of the laws and how there are contradictions in the law and more importantly, point out that our government has overstepped and found the need to suppress us with unconstitutional laws. Again, my opinion...and not backed up by any sort of law degree. My only advice to you is to not be a jerk when you are stopped by the police. Be respectful and upbeat and you will find that your life goes so much more smoothly. Remember, regardless of how you behave, they will be going home for dinner, you may be having a bologna sandwich, a slice of cheese, and warm milk in the company of a whole new group of friends for the foreseeable future. You feelin' me? Hold onto your soap.
A recent trip to NYC got me thinking about knife laws. Things are always changing and I was surprised by some of the things I found out. It is a really good idea to know your local laws as it can save you some unnecessary headaches if you simply follow the law.
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[@stevesinclair4159]

Mr.KS, happy Friday, thanks for an interesting video. I have never been to New York and have no plans to ever go there. New York is an open sewer & needs returning to the Redskins & the beads they got paid refunded! As a lifelong SAK Aficionado it does not surprise me that carrying Swiss Army knives is possibly illegal in NYC, after all it is a well known fact the Swiss Army Toothpick is a banned weapon of war under the Geneva Convention on a par with flame throwers, poison gas, napalm & biological weapons. How did the little Toothpick become a banned weapon of war? That is simple it is made of the same non-recyclable plastic as the plastic drinking straws now outlawed in California!

[@knifetimestory]

Freakin' great comment. Thank you!!! Pinning this one to the top!!

[@stevesinclair4159]

@@knifetimestoryHappy Saturday & once again thanks for a great video!

[@jacka55six60]

Why I carry a cordless skill saw in NY 😎

[@UrbanTardOutdoors]

wheres anything saying the toothpick is banned?

[@stevesinclair4159]

@@UrbanTardOutdoors It is Sarcasm - a cynical joke!

[@ozarked2363]

The real question is, why would you even consider a trip to New York?

[@knifetimestory]

Fair question.

[@wallywanker7435]

Upstate is pretty nice 🤷. The Hampton are nice 🤷, fishing is great on Long Island 🤷. When you go on vacation do you carry your Bowie knife and 9mm with a 19 rd clip ? Cause I know I don’t lol. That being said I left New York for the west coast of Florida 17 years ago and now I have a place in the NC mountains and would never go back to NEw York. Except weddings and funerals. I would be a felon just by moving my shit back lol. Didn’t realize how bad the laws were till I left for a free state. At least now you can beat up cops there and not even go to jail but you have national guard in the subways cause you have too much crime. Can someone explain how that makes sense ?

[@daveufirst]

To ream Letita James for being a punk thug.

[@olbradley]

To make money usually

[@doctorditman]

@@daveufirst I guess it takes one to know one.

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

I moved to NJ 20 years ago. First time I went to Wal Mart all the “outdoor/sporting/tactical” looking knives were in a locked display case. 3 aisles away I could just grab a 10” chefs knife and go Michael Myers’s if I wanted. It’s all about optics and emotions.

[@knifetimestory]

Logic does not apply!!!

[@grepora]

They were secured in a case because they are more likely to be stolen (like flashlights). Walmart even secures fishing reels, boxed power tools, and car headlight bulbs. Good luck quickly finding someone to open the case for you.

[@TheJoeyboots]

😂

[@robthebold4589]

The only thing that separates a weapon from any other tool is the intent of the user.

[@stinkstank5177]

NJ is a democrat toilet bowl, liberals run on emotions not facts so of course the laws are ridiculous.

[@thomasmaloney843]

Escape from New York.

[@knifetimestory]

Yep. Sounds like a good name for a movie too.

[@bapi6643]

And California, Massachusetts, Illinois, and …… don’t buy a kitchen knife there because you won’t be able to legally bring it home

[@knifetimestory]

Ha Ha!! OMG. You are right! Hmmm. What a conundrum.

[@brandonlewis4720]

And don't bring your liberal politics when you flee to Virginia

[@evandeland6867]

@@knifetimestory do one on michigan knive laws

[@marclucier2533]

Happy I live in Arizona where we don’t have to worry about any of that

[@knifetimestory]

Hmmm. Maybe for a knife guy like me I need to think about a move west.

[@timothycontreras8424]

​@knifetimestory your conservative values will be required.

[@mengkhang1037]

Yet... know who you're voting for.

[@dsg325]

Arizona resident here. I can carry any edged weapon I want. Fixed or folder. Not an auto or balisong guy.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

But Arizona does have age restrictions. e.g. a person under the age of 21 cannot carry any knife other than a pocket knife.

[@user-mb4se6km5p]

Its crazy that the idea of being put in a cage for having a knife is a thing.

[@knifetimestory]

Totally agree!!

[@jcam1776]

Yeah supposedly the most free country.

[@jonjacobjingleheimerschmid3798]

Thank goodness I live in a open carry state! They think twice before challenging me for my pocket knife!

[@davidgarris2513]

The idea that a half developed species is able to wander about freely is what is really scary. 🤔😡😳

[@Maximilian178]

Germany is even crazier about this topic. We have "no weapon zones" in some cities which bans all knifes with blade lengths beyond 4cm. There are a dozen other laws towards knifes outside "no weapon zones" though.

[@mikeelder6298]

Arkansas did away with the blade law around ten years ago. OH! I've been carrying a Buck 110 for about 30 years

[@knifetimestory]

I knew I liked Arkansas for a reason!!!

[@chriskourliourod1651]

And Arkansas produced the likes of Clinton. I feel so sorry for the normal people there, for they’re probably putting up with that stain (😁) even today.

[@HQBergeron]

Once Bill and Hillary Clinton moved to DC, things got better in Arkansas. Particularly drug trafficking, rape, and cattle futures speculation. But not Arkancide.

[@mikeelder6298]

@@HQBergeron I completely agree. But I still believe that the Arkansas State Police still has corruption because the Clinton's paid them off.

[@stantom100]

different time , but I open carried a Buck 110 through 6-7 years of school Teachers borrowed it a few times .....

[@michaelbeams9553]

As a N.Y.C. resident , I can assure you this is accurate , sound advice . Great video . P.S. you can beat the charge ( hopefully) , but you can't beat the ride .

[@feoxorus]

I think the hard plastic seat and being cuffed would be pretty easy to beat.

[@knifetimestory]

Ha! Thank you. Glad you liked it.

[@21_Cabbage_]

It's so kind of you to offer legal advice like this. Thank you, sir!

[@knifetimestory]

Ha. Please read the fine print in the description.

[@vinceabbott5438]

I was completely unaware how strict NY knife laws can be. The whole concept of "knife laws" is a bit strange to me being a Tennessean; where we can comfortably carry pretty much anything legally. I think those old school trench knives with the knuckle guards are an exception, but I'm not 100% sure on it.

[@knifetimestory]

I agree. There are states still around to live in that have not completely lost their minds. I really want to move. ARRRRG.

[@YoushouldloveyourselfNOW1738]

As an Oklahoman, I can carry pretty much anything I want here from a Sak to a Kriegsmesser (War knife). I don't do that, but you can here! You can even tuck bowies in your waistband and go about your day that way. And yet I see no knife crimes in my area. I carry a variety of knives, but my Sak is essential. Also carry a Joker Jerezana Sevillana on me at all times. Such a classic Spanish knife (Americanized though). I couldn't imagine even visiting NY or Commiefornia, as I'd have to leave those at home! Seems the southern states are just more sensible. Edit: I can take a sak I guess

[@MRGoods89]

Everything is legal in GA. Even ballistic knives. And knives aren't considered weapons unless the blade is 12 inches or longer.

[@knifetimestory]

Wow. Maybe I need to move there!!!

[@eastonvonschist2283]

Yep, and anything over twelve inches you need a permit!

[@Bones1972]

Same in Alabama

[@robertphillips93]

The very milk of human kindness . . . "please don't drain the subscriber pool!"

[@knifetimestory]

I meant that with all the sincerity I could muster up!!

[@Greenman13-31]

Could you do one of these for michigan, they confused their confusion and you make this stuff easy to understand.

[@knifetimestory]

I'd love to do one for each state. But, then again, I don't want to set myself up for any "but officer, Tom told me I cold carry this" sort of situation. Thank you for your kinds words. That means a lot.

[@Greenman13-31]

It's completely understandable.

[@johna7661]

I like your sense of humor. And you made an important point: do not fail the personality test when dealing with law enforcement. Sound advice.

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you for your kind words. It means a whole lot!!!

[@blondhairblackstrat]

Chicago is stricter than NYC. 2 1/2" max blade length, single-edged only, and no autos. It was a trick to assemble, but I have a collection for travel there, now. My options are legal, almost legal, and I'm in big trouble. Always carry in the pocket--always. The classic way to measure is a straight line from the furthermost protrusion of the handle to the tip of the blade. You can squeeze in a bit more cutting edge by going choilless, serrations, recurves, karambits, and sharpened edges that undercut the front of the handle. Carry wisely.

[@knifetimestory]

Excellent post with good advice. Thank you.

[@igoryurkin9038]

NJ is no better.

[@knifetimestory]

NJ is just as whacko as NY.

[@tatgoode3666]

I'm about 45 minutes south of Peoria Illinois and I carry my 5 inch hunting knives everywhere I go and I carry a 3 inch folding knife with a clip in my front pocket.

[@stantom100]

Ohio was .. and is always changing the "law" basically in the "big" cities you need a slip joint under 2 inches .... most places it is "whatever the police officer FEELS like"

[@grovesy333]

Welcome to New York it’s been waiting for you

[@knifetimestory]

Yep!!! Crazy!!

[@allanleighton-hc1bc]

And a fair bit of comedy as well 😂😂 loved the video !!!

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you for the kind words. Truly appreciate that!

[@Jackspade216]

I live in NY. I work in a trade. Im always in a track going into a building or home. I've carried a buck on my belt for 35 years. I believe a police friend said I'm covered by a work law called in transit. Used as a tool during work hours. Let me know if you know about it. I dont carry open knife off hours tho.

[@knifetimestory]

The only thing I know about a law that sounds sort of like that is if you are carrying a firearm while traveling across the country and are going through a state that illegally makes carrying a gun illegal you are still allowed to travel with it through their state. If you plan on stopping there and taking up residence for any period of time I guess that law changes but if you’re just Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dahing right on through the state, I guess you’re covered by the “in transit“ law.

[@AirgunEvolution]

Are you making a distinction between NYC and the rest of New York State? I'm pretty sure the laws are different in NYC vs the rest of the state.

[@knifetimestory]

Welp, you would be wrong then. NY law is state wide. NYC is just a shithole where the cops have 2 weeks training and think they are law scholars.

[@warrior7ra]

Born and raised in New Jersey, Dad and Uncle are from Manhattan Uncle is a federal lawyer, all those knife laws you just cited are on the books but have been found to be unconstitutional and un-enforceable by the US Supreme Court in the Kaitano and Bruin cases and carrying any knife is protected the same with pepper spray, stun guns, tasers even swords, and half their gun laws most of the rest of their firearms laws will fall in the next five years but during the founding Era 1773 to 1833 there is not a historical prohibition on knife length or carry restrictions making any law contrary to that fail Constitutional muster and is in itself therfore unlawfull. In fact my father faced this six months ago was arrested was immediately released and is now suing the NYPD was offered 1 settlement that has been rejected there is no qualified immunity because Kaitano is well established law. Bruin is new 1 year.

[@knifetimestory]

This is fantastic information! Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and leave it for all to see. I would like to have a laminated placard to hand to any overzealous law enforcement officer who thinks he knows better.

[@user-ov6ny3uc3l]

I am planning on traveling soon, like on an airplane. I normally carry a pocketknife but I WILL NOT do so on this or any flight. The last time I traveled, at the inspection area, they confiscated my STAPLER!!! MY EFFING STAPLER!! Law enforcement can do whatever they want to do and everyone needs to know that. Rules and regulations don't apply to them. Enjoyed the video.

[@knifetimestory]

A stapler? Wow! That’s kooky. I to do not carry anything on my person when I travel by air because I don’t want one of those self thinking knuckleheads confiscating anything that I treasure and then keeping it for themselves. Because you know darn well that’s what’s happening!

[@voo8165]

Starts with guns, then they go after knives. It's a slippery slope. One question I have is. How does a chef, or cook carry their tools around?

[@knifetimestory]

That is a great question. I guess they have to wear their toque.

[@aaronlawrence6350]

What do you mean this is a great question? Read the law! It clearly says there are exceptions for people that use knives as customary tools for their profession. Law enforcement, electricians, chefs, etc.

[@knifetimestory]

@aaronlawrence6350 You missed the slathered on sarcasm.

[@johnparinellojr.2035]

Are we taking the state of New York or New York City? Not that I’ll ever visit either one, but was in need of some clarity. I was wondering if you could also explain why a Swiss Army knife is illegal in New York ?

[@knifetimestory]

Did you watch the whole video? Because I say why the Swiss is illegal. The law states that a folding knife is illegal. But switchblades are no longer illegal. Since switchblades are automatic folding knives, the Swiss should be illegal. That is the ambiguity I'm talking about in the video. NYC and Upstate are all one state. However, NYC likes to try and make different laws just for them. But, after the Supreme Court gave them a spanking about their special just for NYC gun laws, I think they understand that knife laws for the state, apply to them as well.

[@austinbedell522]

As a knife collector here in NYS it's hilarious because they still sell folding knifes and bigger than 4 inch knives at my local Walmart and tractor supply. From what I can tell if you carry anything bigger than the maximum it has to be within reason, like hiking, hunting, fishing etc. And for any auto you have to have a hunting and fishing license and must be in the act of doing those things to carry and auto

[@alperdue2704]

@@austinbedell522Ridiculous that you can’t carry a pocket knife. I don’t understand why New York state is so scared of their citizens.

[@guardrailbiter]

@@alperdue2704 If you met New Yorkers, you'd understand.

[@chriskourliourod1651]

That d@ mn city and the freaks in it are holding the entire state hostage, like Chicago does to Illinois. It gets worse in Maryland-the central part of the STATE makes life miserable for the sensible eastern and western parts.

[@jwt1035]

That would be concealed carry in CA, which is illegal.

[@knifetimestory]

Noting makes sense when it comes to NY or CA.

[@jimslaton9057]

@@knifetimestory I know! here in CA we can carry a button activated switchblade, so long as it's under 2 inches ... but if i carry so much a spring assisted knife longer than 2 inches, it's a felony. If I carry a gun, it's a misdemeanor (actually a felony wobbler, but rarely charged as a felony). GO figure these people.

[@HQBergeron]

@@jimslaton9057 I think the lefties just want the option of charging you, just in case you turn out to be a conservative who they can’t find anything else illegal about.

[@mugsofmirth8101]

But you can open carry fixed blades in CA. And you can conceal carry folding knives. Also in CA the only knives that have blade length restrictions are autos (less than 2 inches is legal)

[@mugsofmirth8101]

@@jimslaton9057 spring assisted in CA is legal as long as it isn't an automatic.

[@LastBastian]

So glad that most states these days have really relaxed their knife laws. I can carry balisings, autos, whatever I want pretty much here in Iowa.

[@knifetimestory]

Cool. I should visit.

[@LastBastian]

@@knifetimestory If nothing else, there's like 12 dear and 20 wild turkeys hanging out in my back yard right now. Hunting is good if you're into that!

[@stantom100]

I believe the reason most states outlawed Balisongs had nothing to do with "criminal acts" ... but they wanted to cut down on the idiots ending up in the emergency rooms from self inflicted injuries ... LOL

[@luisbperez368]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 This is the first time I have watched your channel, and today you cracked me up. I have been carrying all types of knives since my early teens (I am 63 years young 😂). Here in Puerto Rico, the legal length is 3”. So I have a few folding knives that measure that, but to me, a knife is a tool, so I have always carried a Victorinox and a folding knife on me. My primary defense weapon is a gun 😂😂😂😂😂😂 (retired Deputy US Marshal). You earned my subscription, my friend; stay alert, stay alive, stay safe. 🙏

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you very much for watching. I appreciate your kind comment. While I have you… Does Puerto Rico observe the constitution of the United States? I honestly do not know. I do know that as a retired law-enforcement official… Especially federal… You are covered by the patriot act and basically obligated to carry a firearm. Let me know if I’m right or wrong on that. Thank you.

[@luisbperez368]

@@knifetimestory Yes, we do. I spent 22 years as a Deputy US Marshal in the District of Puerto Rico. Under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA), I can carry a firearm, except in certain places; I do have the same credentials with the word Retired in Red on the ID. When I visited my two kids (both in the Coast Guard, one in San Diego, the other in Alaska), I checked my firearm at the counter and crossed my fingers not to lose it. The same goes when I go to Florida. Anyway, it should get better once I move to Maine and my wife retires at the end of the year. Stay alert, stay alive, stay safe. 🙏

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you so much for following up. I really appreciate it and the added info. It really helps. Stay safe and I hope the move back to Maine goes smoothly.

[@mfc5808]

I’d love to see you do a video on updated knife laws in Washington DC. I believe there are certain restrictions around federal property (huge portion of the city) compared to the rest of the city.

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks for the idea. I'll look into it.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

In Indiana, the only restriction is a ban on ballistic knives and throwing stars because those are considered weapons. All other knives are tools. You can have any type and size of knife and carry it openly if you want. Nobody cares and they probably won't bother noticing.

[@knifetimestory]

Okay. I'm adding Indiana to the list of potential relocation spots. Thank you.

[@danmoss1487]

How do I get a kitchen knife home from the store?

[@knifetimestory]

Very quickly, quietly, and discreetly.🙏

[@LucidDreamer54321]

Leave it in the original package. And then move to a Republican-led state.

[@timsummers870]

2:13 The 91mm Swiss Army Knife is not illegal in New York. Please elaborate if you think otherwise. There’s even a Victorinox flagship store near 5th Ave, from which I’ve bought a couple of knives on two different trips. I’ve carried them in NY many times, have even used the Victorinox Compact ballpoint pen to jot down notes in the open and have never had a problem.

[@knifetimestory]

I would be happy to elaborate. Thank you very much for watching. I think you are confusing my stating the fact that the Swiss Army knife is illegal over the fact that it appears to be illegal according to the New York law that I was reading at the time of making the video. The absurdity of the whole thing is that while the law states folding knives are illegal, it also states that switchblades are legal. and we all know switch blades are automatic folding knives. So there in lies the contradiction. That’s making it confusing for you, me, and any other law abiding citizen and guaranteeing that any ne’er-do-well police officer could give you a hard time. And, I know I will have to go to NYC again this year, where is this store? I would love to visit it and grab myself a true souvenir.

[@timsummers870]

​@@knifetimestory The Victorinox Rockefeller Center store was at 620 5th Ave #7. It opened in 2016 but I just realized it's now permanently closed, which breaks my heart!! I shopped there last in 2018. On the issue of legality, I'm confident they're absolutely legal to purchase and carry in NY, despite the apparently confusing wording of the laws. Perhaps we'd have to resort to legal precedents to know for sure, but I wouldn't go that far. I'll continue to carry my Swiss Army Knives every time I go to NY. Oh, before I leave, I once needed to enter the NYFD HQ in Brooklyn and had a Victorinox knife on me... The X-ray machine alarm went off and the guards only asked me to either leave the knife in my car or with someone outside the building. No biggie at all bro.

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you for the update. Dang. Yep, I said it...Dang. I wonder why it closed. 2016 is before COVID-19 and migrants and any other abnormality I can think of. And...I'm totally with you on continuing to carry my Swiss. My video was simply to point out the absurdity of the law and the fact that it is a law to begin with is the biggest absurdity. Thanks again for watching and chatting with me.

[@StumpkillerCP]

620 Fifth Ave. New York, NY. Open 11am to 7pm tomorrow (and most days). Don’t know what the original poster is reading, but NYS Penal law does not include a blade length promulgation nor mention “folding” or “folder”. But NYC, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse certainly do have their own local ordinances that are more restrictive. I posted a link but KZbin doesn’t like folks to do that, apparently.

[@knifetimestory]

@StumpkillerCP Thank you for this. I appreciate it.

[@dlrmon1]

Think I’m having one of those Déjà vu moments...

[@knifetimestory]

No, you're not. I had my staunchest critic watch the old version and took to heart the harsh, yet constructive criticism, and decided on a reboot. Voila, four minutes of material gone, parts moved around and I have to admit, this is much better.

[@CaptOrbit]

I seem to remember when I had to travel to New York tonight. Flaws said something about folding knives had to have a blade that was under 3 in, required. Two hands to open and were considered a "gentleman's knife," meaning it had either brass or nickel on the handle. I was assuming they meant like a traditional Buck or Case knife.

[@knifetimestory]

Okay. I think I understand what you wrote. Can't imagine that the style or the use of brass, nickel or wood would mean jack to a cop.

[@Desperado3248]

It has been defended in court and established that the blade length us measured by the actual cutting portion of the blade

[@knifetimestory]

I believe you, but I don’t think there is a police officer breathing air that would go for that. The obvious measuring point is end of handle to blade tip. And like I said in the video, I’m not going to argue that point in the street. I will let it go to court and then I will sue the municipality.

[@wdtaut5650]

Citation, please.

[@knifetimestory]

They will gladly oblige.

[@georgejonson9463]

Reassuring to know the lawmakers in NY have really thought this through👍

[@knifetimestory]

Certainly is. They are a straight shootin' no BS bunch of regular hard working folks. That is a complete lie.

[@georgejonson9463]

@@knifetimestory 😂

[@inkey2]

Just had a thought. Is there a NY law/rule on what the knife has to be made of in order to fall into the illegal category? I mean what about a solid ebony (wood) 5 inch blade........and what about an antique "ice pick"

[@knifetimestory]

That is an interesting thought.

[@mng1962]

I don't know about the whole country but knife laws also vary inside a state. Some states like California and Nevada allow pockets knives with a 3 inch + blade but inside large cities like Los Angeles and Las Vegas don't blades of 3 + inches.

[@knifetimestory]

There lies the issue. State law supersedes stupid municipal and local laws. Why have a state constitution? And, the Constitution of the USA reigns over state law. NY got a talking to about having different gun laws for Upstate and NYC. So, any of those laws you reference, are truly unlawful and could be challenged in court should you find yourself suddenly a guest of the state (jail)

[@expert244]

Welcome to New York! You're under arrest.

[@knifetimestory]

Hilarious.

[@alperdue2704]

Not that far off…..unless you’re an illegal alien. They get free housing and money.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

Unless your crime is illegally entering the country. Then its "Here is a free apartment and monthly welfare payments."

[@inkey2]

What about if you carried a plate of cooked sirloin steak everywhere you went and had a 7 inch blade steak knife on the plate?

[@knifetimestory]

Ahhh. Now you are being more reasonable. I like this one. I think if you have the proper vegetable accompaniment, you will be okay.

[@BladesRKing]

Is this in reference to NYC? Not all NY, correct?

[@knifetimestory]

Well, long story short, and maybe I'll make a clarification video, but NY is NY is NY is NY. NYC, as hard as it wants to be its own island country with it's own laws, has to be in lock step with the rest of the state. The cops don't always think that way, so you've got that problem. But the laws are state wide.

[@davidhoover3347]

I thought the lack of "preemption" makes this not the case? For instance, in Alabama there are no state knife laws remaining that I am aware of, but there are areas (I want to say Montgomery?) that still have local laws prohibiting switchblades. I've always heard that NYC knife laws are more strict than NY state but both are pretty stringent. @@knifetimestory

[@JhaeMo777]

Ok..1st video I’ve ever seen of yours. I like your style, earned a new sub (because you know someone’s gonna get theirs by being stupid..😂)

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you very much. Glad you liked what you saw. I appreciate the kind and encouraging words. Welcome aboard!

[@TheGothicHangman]

As a tradesman and native of NYC it ultimately really comes down to intended use. As a teen a knife was more trouble, usually the cops just took it away and let me go with a warning. Since I work in a corporate theatrical setting a knife and a flashlight are my EDC. Once several years the police stopped my in the train to inquire about my foldable pocket knife, they'd seen the clip. Camly I explained as a professional rigger such a knife could save someone's life on site. Also I offered to show them 250 photos of me working with power tools, which they declined. They explained main issue involving open carry is they're more concerned someone else might see and grab your knife for criminal use. Since I had a Bosch tool bag they asked me to put it with the rest of my tools. It's incredible how knives are feared and mainly viewed as weapons vs. tools in our society. For much of my daily life I reach for my knife to cut and english muffin, a sandwich, a chop, or to share an sandwich or dessert. As for a Swiss Army Knife no cop is going to give you a hard time over having one, or even a Leatherman.

[@knifetimestory]

Excellent anecdote. Thank you so much for sharing. I personally do not believe that criminals go out into the world and look for someone’s pocket knife to steal to then commit crimes. They already have their own stuff. But… It is what it is. Thank you so much for watching and sharing!

[@TheGothicHangman]

Believe their logic is if there is some type of altercation, someone could view/grab your knife and use it against you. For me this is unlikely, I wear/yield a big studded belt that's been useful against people that pull knives for intimidation. NYC is my natural habitat and I went to public school in the 70's when this town was a warzone. @@knifetimestory

[@knifetimestory]

Hey, good point. And...I'd like to be your neighbor. You don't look old enough to have been in public school in the 70's.

[@TheGothicHangman]

That video was 14 years ago when I lived in New Orleans for a spell ✨@@knifetimestory imagine you'd be a great neighbor too. You have a few years on me, feel fortunate to have been born at the tailend of the 60's

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks again for watching. Stay cool and safe!!

[@chrishynes6091]

That must have been a popular nickname moms used back then...🤔

[@knifetimestory]

You too huh? Gosh, I thought I was the chosen one.

[@Timboslice_NY]

funny AND informative.. subscribed and liked.

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you for your kind words and for subscribing!

[@James-ke5sx]

Here in Canada we can carry any kind of knife even exposed. As long as you are not carrying it for self-defense and have a reasonable excuse for carrying it. You would think that a country that doesn't allow people to carry guns would would have laws against carrying large knives. It's kind of mixed up in this country so who knows what is going on. I just got a Esee 4 clip point yesterday, pretty cool looking knife.

[@knifetimestory]

I for one will never try to apply logic to any laws concerning knives or guns. Canada can be just as whacky as the US. Enjoy your ESEE 4.

[@carlerickson74]

I heard something about not being able to bring a knife across the Canada-US border!

[@mrblanche]

So, I didn't catch it. Why was the Swiss Army knife illegal? Just for folding?

[@knifetimestory]

The whole video in and of itself should be confusing… Because it’s about a subject that was written in such a way to be completely confusing and your average citizen not be able to follow. On the one hand, a folding knife is illegal. On the other hand, a switch blade is not illegal. A switch blade is a folding knife that opens automatically. So don’t try and apply logic. Logic is not observed in NY.

[@larryvanskike7154]

The blade starts from tip too the end of back blade. Not to the handle. You can use a comb to cut too.

[@knifetimestory]

You would have a hard time convincing a police officer that the blade length is measured from the tip to the end of the edge. They’re going to go from tip to handle. The ESEE 3 is the ticket.

[@StumpkillerCP]

Swiss Army Knives are not illegal in New York State. I’ve lived here 64 years and carried one about 50 of those. Have a Camper that fits nicely beside my wallet. Though some places forbid any knife (court houses, schools, Federal buildings, etc.) Corporations and local ordinances may forbid them as well. And I carry EDC type folding knives (with thumb studs) with pocket clips exposed.

[@knifetimestory]

I don't care if you lived here 100 years. For the entire time you were carrying a folding knife, it was illegal, as the law is written now. That was my whole point. It is very ambiguous. If a switch blade is no longer illegal, ( and they are simply automatic folding knives) then obviously a SAK is not illegal, but, the law says it is. So, they GET Ya either way.

[@StumpkillerCP]

@@knifetimestory PS - note: I used to be a municipal employee and when courts were in session I had to go through metal detectors and empty my pockets. The Police let me return the S.A. knife to my pocket and carry on. 2012 to 2022

[@knifetimestory]

No kidding. Wow. Glad you were allowed to do that.

[@aaronlawrence6350]

Unreal that you keep repeating this misinformation so strongly when you didn't even read the law.

[@knifetimestory]

Huh? I sure did read the Penal law and the explanation from a law firm that defends people in NY who have been arrested on knife and gun-related matters. I was simply trying to point out the discrepancies and confusion.

[@evorider3689]

Great informative video, but I'm confused about something. You said a folding knife is illegal, so you showed a Swiss army knife as an example, but then toward the end of the video, you have video footage of you putting a pocket knife into your pocket and saying that if the knife can't be seen, then that's legal! What am I missing? Please explain!

[@knifetimestory]

Do you have a very valid question. It is all very confusing. However… Assuming that the part about a folding knife is actually in error being still a part of the law because quite simply a switch blade is an automatic folding knife and those are legal. My main point was the fact that many of us have been walking around with knives clipped to our pocket or a buck 110 in a sheath totally out in plain view and now it seems that that is illegal, and it should be concealed rather than visible. The whole point of the video is just to show the absurdity of it. So if my video confuses you, imagine how a law enforcement officer feels or citizens feel in trying to tow the line and do everything by the book. The book is screwed up!

[@evorider3689]

Yes it is screwed up, and to the point that it is inexcusable!@@knifetimestory

[@knifetimestory]

I meant to say you have a valid question. Not “do you have” Sorry about that. I should fire my editor. oh wait…that’s me.

[@evorider3689]

Ha Ha! No problem, I suspected you meant to say "you have a valid question". And thanks for your response to my question!@@knifetimestory

[@knifetimestory]

My pleasure. I hate to be confusing and actually lose sleep over it. Glad it was clear. Take care!!!

[@canadafree2087]

Always measure up to the handle and you can't go wrong. The knife length is not about how much you can slice with a cutting edge. It is about how much you can stab into a person which means all the way up to the handle. So i guess in NY, you need to stab twice to equal an 8" bladed knife? Ballistic knives were first marketed as re-productions of a KGB knife. The same company later came out with a version that could fire a "baton" and a grappling hook, but would not fit the blade.

[@knifetimestory]

Yep. Makes sense to me.

[@Jeff-fv8qk]

Is NY still in the USA?

[@knifetimestory]

Geographically...yes. Other than that, nope. It's its own little island of crazy.

[@thomasmaloney843]

Nyet comrade!

[@mistersmith3986]

NOPE!

[@caveman4598]

Is USA still in USA

[@Desperado3248]

You can carry a clip knife exposed clip in your pocket pretty much everywhere in New York except New York City

[@knifetimestory]

That is where you are wrong. Because a clip is exposed. I used to be under the same assumption you were. So rather than take a chance, that is why the very beginning of my video shows me unclipping my Benchmade 940 and sliding it into my pocket. Problem solved.

[@islandterror5198]

Suburban New York laws dictate folding knives that lock open , blades with any type of thumb assist or hole , blades that can be flipped open , any neck knives , are illegal. I'm not mentioning the usual auto,bali,dagger,belt buckle, etc. those are well defined .

[@knifetimestory]

But yet… Switch blades are legal.

[@DrWarman86]

when i travel i carry a pressure cult nomad. basically a fixed blade box cutter that mimics a pikal knife. so i just buy blades wherever I go.

[@knifetimestory]

That is a good idea.

[@joemasello1464]

For every illegal knife in NY there's probably 50 underwear guns.. so don't be afraid to question why a gangster has their pants pulled up like normal pants

[@knifetimestory]

Ahhh. Good info. Thanks.

[@joemasello1464]

👍

[@jimhovater8755]

I'm soooo glad that I live in the Great State of Alabama!

[@knifetimestory]

I'll have to visit!!

[@davidhoover3347]

Can even conceal carry our Bowie knife now 😆

[@tims1415]

Living in the free State of Texas, I can carry a sword if I want.

[@knifetimestory]

Don't Mess With Texas.

[@tortoiseloverboy]

I dont know where you're getting this from. The biggest issue in NYC was always the gravity knife law, which was a state law, and it was amended in 2019. Folders were NEVER illegal. Which is why the safest way to carry there was always something like a slipjoint. The way that NY prosecutors interpreted "gravity knife" was by flicking them out as hard as they can, making all the usual locking knives effectively "gravity knives". I had to fight different felonies over this many years ago.

[@knifetimestory]

I love comments like this, from guys like you. Your first sentence is an admission that you did not watch it. So, therefore, you can't comment intelligently on the video.

[@tortoiseloverboy]

The fuck are you on about? You said you have the penal code then you said it's probably out of date so you started reading a random paragraph that was obviously not the code nor was it even mentioned? Did you forget what you every said?

[@knifetimestory]

Ahhh. Instantly reverts to hostility and profanity. Nice. Thank you for proving you watched. My penal code was old, and therefore irrelevant. Did you forget that part? So, I read from a NY law firm that represents people who are arrested for knife and gun violations in NY.

[@knifetimestory]

Speechless? Ahhh. Come on now. You seemed to have so much potential. What a disappointment.

[@tortoiseloverboy]

@@knifetimestory lol at being this terminally online that you obsess over 8 day old comments, you basically read this off an advertisement and think it's the law.

[@markkieran1004]

UK law: folding, non locking, blade less than 3", can carry without explanation. Anything else - locking, more than three inches or fixed blade, requires good reason. However, if stopped by the police, they will ask you why you have a 'street legal' knife. If you say, for example, self-defence, you will be charged with carrying a bladed article with intent. Police have been known to interpret blade length from where it exits handle, and I've heard they have also measured it by following the blade's contour. Scotland and NI might be different.

[@LastBastian]

So how do you guys, you know... cut things over there? Do you have to chew plastic packages open with your teeth, or what? Cut rope with car keys?

[@markkieran1004]

@LastBastian So how do you guys, you know... stay alive by not being able to read? Do you, like, just guess at instructions or warning labels?

[@LastBastian]

@@markkieran1004 I guess sympathetic sarcasm is lost on you. So angry... but I guess living in such a restrictive place will cause resentment. I feel for you guys.

[@markkieran1004]

@@LastBastian Touché.

[@knifetimestory]

See what you did there. “Touché“ that is a fencing expression. You kept the whole conversation cutlery related! Well done!

[@MrCyclingobsession]

In iowa you can open carry a samari sword if you want. I prefer a 12 gauge personally, but most just carry a handgun.

[@knifetimestory]

Iowa is sounding better and better. So is Texas.

[@Traderjoe]

New York City and New York State are two completely different things. Cops in the city can choose to interpret a drawing of a knife as a weapon. Just don’t go to the city. I live on Long Island and under no circumstances would I ever intentionally go into the city. They could be giving away $500 in cash and I would shrug and say no thanks. Seriously. Don’t reward any municipality that treats you this way.

[@knifetimestory]

Nope. NY is NY. I looked it up. Just like the gun law is for all of NY. The gun law is the 2nd Amendment. The Supreme Court gave NY a spanking about just that issue. Municipalities and such can not add different layers of bureaucracy to existing laws to hinder the lawful ownership of a gun. Sure, NYC cops are going to bust your chops about a perfectly legal knife...STATEWIDE...but you won't win that argument in the street. You'll have to win that one in the courthouse.

[@blademan175]

England is 3” as long as it doesn’t lock. Florida, anything but a ballistic is legal to carry concealed. Ever try concealing a machete while in shorts and a t…🤣😂🤣

[@knifetimestory]

Yikes. No, I have not tried to conceal one of those. HA!

[@just-dl]

Simplified advice: stay out of NYC

[@knifetimestory]

Excellent advice.

[@mattdenison658]

So why was the Swiss Army knife illegal?

[@knifetimestory]

Because the way the law read, it is a folding knife. And the law did not specifically say what size folding knife it just said, a folding knife. And that is the point of my video as to how absurd this is, because a stiletto is a folding knife that is automatic. Are no longer Illegal.

[@michaelmartin4883]

Just being a white man is illegal in newyork these day's 😂

[@knifetimestory]

There is that too.

[@kanukkarhu]

Tom, wondering how things are going. Haven't heard from you for a bit... Also, at one point, you must have said it was your birthday, and I must have put it into my phone, because... Happy Birthday, Tom. - Jeff

[@knifetimestory]

Ahhh Jeff, my stalwart Canadian friend. You are amazing. Thank you for the Birthday wishes. It means a whole lot. And they are the first ones to me today. The rest of my family is still asleep and I was greeted first thing this morning with your kind wishes. Now I know it’s gonna be a great day. Thank you 🙏🏻!! I hope all is well with you and that you have a nice St. Patrick’s Day and are in good spirits and good health! 🇮🇪 Tom

[@kanukkarhu]

@@knifetimestory Oh, right! It IS St. Paddy's Day!!! Happy St. Patrick's Day to you, Irish! "May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door." -J

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you very much. I shared your kind thoughts with my family. Thank you.

[@christopher_martin]

in my state i can carry a samurai sword and an AR15 at the same time and it is legal as long as you can legally purchase a firearm...we can also carry concealed with no permit !

[@knifetimestory]

Oh… So your state actually observes the constitution? Bravo. Maybe I should point the U-Haul in your direction.

[@dude28405]

My mother would call me an a****** too so I know where you're coming from I live in North Carolina I can carry a switchblade provided that it isn't completely concealed. So if you have a sheath on your belt or I was also told by the police that the pocket clip with it's sticking up out of your pocket is legal. However I keep a completely concealed in my pocket I believe it's nobody's business what I'm carrying

[@knifetimestory]

You see, I thought I was doing the right thing with the pocket clip and even at times an orange-handled knife to PROVE I was not carrying it concealed. Turns out I was just pointing a big red finger at my pocket for any cop to harass me.

[@galootlovestools]

Knife laws vary wildly from state to state. In Delaware, one cannot carry a folding knife with greater than a 3” blade in one’s pocket. In some parts of the state openly carrying a bowie knife is OK. In at least some of the county and municipal parks carrying any knife with a blade of 3” or greater is illegal. Stupid, because if you have a picnic in one of these parks and you bring a paring knife with a 3” blade or greater to cut your cheese with, well you are an outlaw.

[@knifetimestory]

Wow. Logic is vacant in Delaware as well. Thank you for sharing.

[@jeffdur1330]

I have two knives. One i carry at home (no restrictions) and one just as good for when i travel to whacky states like New York.

[@knifetimestory]

Sounds like a good plan.

[@patmcbride9853]

I'm pretty sure I'm violating the law in my state, but I'm confident that local law enforcement doesn't give a sh*t about my pocket/belt knives. It's legal for me to open carry a pistol, so a knife is small potatoes.

[@knifetimestory]

Exactly. None of it really makes sense!

[@michaelbeams9553]

As a N.Y.C. resident this is the advice I give my son and follow myself about E.D.C. in The People's Republic of New York City : 1- keep it small ( less then 3 "😊 ) 2 - single edged ( no swedge ) 3- nothing tactical or that screams " weapon " 4 - no pocket clip 5 - A " Grand pa " knife is best ( I presently carry a Barlow ) 6 - most importantly never say you carry it for self - defense , you only carry it for utility purposes ( " officer I like to whittle " ) You wont get locked up , but there will be some fines and court costs involved for carry of a prohibited " weapon " ( $ 150. +/- ) . And so it goes .

[@RyanHamley-cl6en]

Meanwhile in the freedom loving free state of Idaho we carry whatever we want .

[@michaelbeams9553]

@@RyanHamley-cl6en As it should be in a Free Society , but sadly the people of N.Y.C. have opted for paranoia and fear over Freedom

[@knifetimestory]

How you answer questions very often determines whether or not you’ll be sleeping in your own bed at night.

[@michaelbeams9553]

Same as being married.​@@knifetimestory

[@knifetimestory]

@michaelbeams9553 That is a good one. Well put!

[@user-wg6fw4ou1b]

I live in a free state, we can carry automatic knives (switch blade) must be 21 years old, large hunting knives can be open carried, got to love freedom.

[@knifetimestory]

Freedom is good. Enjoy it for the near future. It is slipping away!!!

[@erictalkington5674]

That's one good thing about living in Indiana, the ONLY knife laws are, no ballistic knives and no throwing stars. That's it. Not sure about throwing knives. Even if those were illegal, that's it. Switchblade, spring assist all good. You wanna walk around with a machete on your hip, all good. Very few gun laws too. As of a few years ago, you don't even need a permit anymore to open or conceal carry. I still have my lifetime permit anyways, but I had it for years before they made this new law. Love it!

[@knifetimestory]

Wow. REALLY thinking I need to move.

[@Christ-in-Damary-n-Dave]

WHERE'S THE RULERS IN THIS HOUSE!!! (pun intended)

[@knifetimestory]

Well said!👍🏻

[@SlyGuy2000]

PA just recently dropped the words "automatic knife" and "switch blade" from our laws, making them now legal here... 🧐

[@knifetimestory]

Bravo for PA. Glad to hear it.

[@daveh777]

If you live in a state like that you are already screwed.

[@knifetimestory]

🔩👍🏻

[@jhill4874]

In NYC you can't have a folder that can be flipped open. There was a case where one cop checked and the knife was OK, but another cop kept flipping and flipping until the knife came out. Arrested the guy. Total BS. Best best, don't carry a knife in NY. Even better, don't go to NY unless you absolutely have to.

[@knifetimestory]

I completely believe that story. I would not put it past them.

[@naturalconditions]

Yep, thats exactly how you come across.

[@knifetimestory]

Mom! You promised you would never comment on my videos!!!

[@trentcoldstair8015]

I will carry whatever I please. Come get me

[@knifetimestory]

In NY, they will gladly oblige your invitation.

[@malachih3]

No sir, it means I’ll be subscribed for all time.

[@knifetimestory]

You are very kind. I appreciate that very much. Thank you!

[@michaelkermizian1373]

Self opening button knives are legal (switchblades) if you only have one hand.

[@Desperado3248]

Or if you have a fishing license

[@knifetimestory]

That’s pretty funny.

[@ErwinBrady]

I studied national principles of self-protection law. For one thing, don’t argue your case with the police when they first approach you on the street. They have the authority there. Wait until you go to court. You can argue your case there.

[@knifetimestory]

Yep. I actually edited out a more in-depth rant about just that subject. You can't win in the street.

[@MuffHam]

As a Canadian living in BC. We are allowed 6ichs. I wear a 6ich buck knife around.

[@knifetimestory]

That sounds good.

[@GeoFry3]

This reminds me "Knife Rights" needs a donation. Those guys have been pushing in the sh1t of small town and State governments like a boss for a while now. Give them some love.

[@knifetimestory]

I will have to look into them again. I remember when they first started up and were advertising heavily in blade magazine. Blade even gave them a free month on the cover.

[@dragonf1092]

All weapons (arms)are legal to possess and carry everywhere in the united states of America. It doesn't matter how long the blade is or if they fold or not.

[@LS1007]

In Ky. I can carry any type of knife openly or concealed with my CCW permit. NY sucks!

[@knifetimestory]

Hmmm. KY sounds good (the state) and you are right about NY.

[@lazmotron]

great video

[@actionjksn]

Last I checked the best knife laws are Arizona. The cities are not allowed to enact any stricter knife laws either. New York has actually improved a lot on knife laws. Not that long ago if a cop could take your knife and open it with one hand, you just caught a felony and you're going to jail. And they would sit there and make multiple attempts and try really hard to get it to open with one hand. People who were chefs and other tradesmen were getting arrested and charged with felonies just for carrying their tools.

[@knifetimestory]

Crazy stuff. Thank you for sharing.

[@FC-qe1wl]

NJ does not have a blade length limit. You can be arrested for a one inch blade or even one of those plastic sliding letter opener. YEP we dont call it New Jermany for nothing

[@knifetimestory]

Yep. NJ is really screwed up. I get nervous driving through it to get to NYC.

[@alperdue2704]

Why do their citizens put up with this nonsense?

[@knifetimestory]

Simply stated, Karens, Chads and Cupcakes are procreating and reproducing at an alarming rate far outperforming that of normal, level headed, working class folks.

[@flynt1977]

Florida law is longer than 4" rule of thumb is blade is longer than an id or credit card.

[@knifetimestory]

That definitely surprises me. I thought in Florida everything was fair game!

[@flynt1977]

@@knifetimestory well if it exceeds over 4" it is classified as a weapon. Anything under is not.

[@knifetimestory]

Okay. Thanks for clearing that up.

[@carymcnutt7455]

So your saying the two machetes' in my back seat is illegal in New York. WHO KNEW

[@knifetimestory]

I didn’t know. Anybody could make that mistake.😁

[@earlgrayman982]

The law used to be a knife had to be visible in NY if you were carrying, so all the tradesmen carried bucks on their belts in pouches. Wonder when they changed that. I agree also that the law is just designed to scoop people up for stupid reasons. Welcome to NYC.

[@knifetimestory]

This is why I made the video. I was sincerely checking out the law to see if anything had changed. And wouldn't you know it. The law I'd been following for all these years, with knives exposed all over the place, were actually no longer correct. Ridiculous.

[@earlgrayman982]

Absolutely ridiculous but as a native NY'er, you get used to it. BTW I enjoyed the video. You're very entertaining and I love your sense of humor. You just got yourself a new subscriber to your channel.@@knifetimestory

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you very much!!

[@alperdue2704]

@@earlgrayman982Getting used to surrendering freedoms is a slippery slope as proven by NY.

[@lazmotron]

Great video

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you!

[@danwaller5312]

How is the Swiss Army knife illegal

[@knifetimestory]

Because the stupid law specifically says “folding knife“. But then later on you read that switch blades are legal. A switch blade is an automatic folding knife. You’re expecting any of this to make sense? Not in NY!

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

Where I live I think it is 3 inches max folder and NO fixed blades visible on your belt. However I have found a pretty much fool-proof way of carrying a large knife for self-defense - a well dressed elderly man, respectful looking, walking with a limp and using a cane. In my country the elderly are invisible except to those who see us as prey ... which is why i carry a big knife ... and several other illegal self-defense items.

[@knifetimestory]

Excellent idea. Cane swords are specifically addressed in the New York law and those are very illegal though. Because there’s no other purpose for one of those of them to be a weapon. And you can’t carry a knife in self-defense. It has to be for another type of purpose.

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

@@knifetimestory The cane I carry and use on a daily basis is a Cold Steel Axe Head Tactical Cane. The other cane is reserved for an evening out dancing. It is an elegant and beautiful cane which goes well with some casual evening wear. Anyway .... yes, being invisible has its advantages ... although I am still prey, at least I have not lost my "teeth" yet. Cheers!

[@generator6946]

I always have my SAK Bantum …

[@jfilm7466]

Get a copy of early editions of Black's Law Dictionary and break down their wording.

[@knifetimestory]

I will have to search for one of those.

[@timbuktu8069]

First off, that's New York where it is illegal to *BE*. More importantly, how do I find the state and local laws for MY state?

[@knifetimestory]

Google knife laws in your state and then go to the .gov sites. Or, a law firm that represents people accused of knife infractions.

[@sar4x474]

The lesson from all of this - - don’t go to $#it hole cities like New York.

[@knifetimestory]

Lesson learned. Unfortunately, I don't have a choice in the matter.

[@johngaller278]

As if laws matter in NYC. carry what you need to stay safe.

[@knifetimestory]

Hmmm. Good point!