Is it legal to carry a swiss army knife in the UK?
The UK is known for it's strict knife and weaponry laws, and with many different knife types it can be confusing and difficult to determine which knives are legal to carry, and which aren't.
Is it Legal To Carry a swiss army knife?
It is generally legal to carry a Swiss army knife in the UK, but there are some restrictions.
Under the Criminal Justice Act 1988, it is illegal to carry a knife in a public place without a good reason. "Good reason" might include using the knife for a lawful purpose such as preparing food, or for use in a stage play.
It is also illegal to sell, hire, or import certain types of knives, including those with a blade that is longer than 3 inches (7.62 cm) or that can be locked into place. This includes some types of Swiss army knives, which can have longer blades or locking mechanisms.
Additionally, it is illegal to possess certain types of knives, including those with a double-edged blade, if you intend to use them for unlawful purposes.
It is worth noting that these restrictions apply to knives in general, not just Swiss army knives.
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