Motions for Summary Judgement have been filed by both sides in Knife Rights’ federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality under the Second Amendment of California’s complete ban on common automatic knives 2-inches and greater that the State prohibits as illegal “switchblades.”
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VERY, VERY URGENT ACTION ALERT! EMAIL WA Senators TODAY to Support “Spring Blade” Ban Repeal!
If you are a Washington resident, once again we need your help! Knife Rights’ bill that would repeal Washington’s ban on “spring blade” (automatic) knives, SB 5860, is finally ready for a floor vote in the Senate. We need your help TODAY to get that vote!
URGENT ACTION ALERT! Sign In to Support Washington “Spring Blade” Ban Repeal Bill
Knife Rights’ bill that would repeal Washington’s ban on “spring blade” (automatic) knives, SB 5860, is set for a hearing Monday. PLEASE SIGN IN TODAY to support this bill!
Knives & the Second Amendment, a Scholarly Analysis
The first detailed scholarly analysis of knives and the Second Amendment was published in 2013 by the University of Michigan Journal of Law Reform…
Knife Rights Files Amicus Brief in Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Switchblade Case
Knife Rights Files Amicus Brief in Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Switchblade Case that supports Appellant’s claim that Commonwealth’s ban on switchblades is unconstitutional under the Second Amendment.
Motion For Summary Judgment Filed in Knife Rights’ Lawsuit to End Unconstitutional Federal Switchblade Act
Knife Rights today filed a Motion for Summary Judgment in its federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of portions of the Federal Switchblade Act.
Worst Anti-Knife City in America Caves to Knife Rights 2A Lawsuit
The worst anti-knife city in America has caved to Knife Rights 2A lawsuit challenging the city’s ban on public possession and carry of knives (bladed arms)!
Human Rights Group Sues to End Unconstitutional Federal Switchblade Ban
The Federal Switchblade Act has always been constitutionally questionable. After Bruen, there is no doubt this Act has been violating the Second Amendment rights of Americans for decades.
Human Rights Group Sues Philadelphia to End Unconstitutional Knife Ban
It’s time for Philadelphia to accept reality & understand that it can no longer strip residents of their rights by banning knives in virtually all public places
Knife Rights: Florida Permitless Carry Bill (including Knives) Signed by Governor
Knife Rights supported Florida Permitless Carry bill, HB 543, which includes knives, has been signed by Governor DeSantis. Once in effect, starting July 1st, concealed carry in Florida without a permit will no longer be limited to a “pocket knife.”
Virginia Switchblade Concealed Carry Ban Repeal Signed by Governor!
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday evening signed HB 2298, which removes switchblades from the list of weapons that cannot be carried concealed in the state.
Mississippi Knife Law Preemption Bill Introduced
Knife Law Preemption is a criminal justice reform effort that repeals & prevents local ordinances more restrictive than state law which only entrap law-abiding citizens.
Knife Rights: Repeal of Alabama Knife Restrictions Takes Effect Now
Knife Rights: Repeal of Alabama knife restrictions takes effect with the enactment of state Constitutional Carry.
Knife Rights’ Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Takes Effect
Knife Rights’ Repeal of Pennsylvania’s ban on the possession & carry of Switchblade Knives takes effect today. The manufacture & sale of automatic knives in state is also now legal.
Maryland AG Defends “Assault Weapon” Ban Citing 19th Century Bowie Ban
Maryland Attorney General defends “assault weapon” ban citing 19th century Bowie knife ban . It’s an argument that just doesn’t make the cut.
Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Signed
PA Governor Wolf today signed House Bill 1929, repealing Pennsylvania’s ban on automatic knives! The repeal is effective on January 2, 2023.
New Jersey Senate Committee Amends Awful Bill that Targeted Knife Owners
Meanwhile, the full Assembly has its own anti-Bruen bill, A4769. It still retains the language that targets knife owners as well as concealed carry holders.
Pennsylvania Switchblade Ban Repeal Passes! On to Governor
House Bill 1929, repealing Pennsylvania’s ban on automatic knives, passed the Senate unanimously on Wednesday. The bill previously passed the House 202-1. HB 1929 now moves to Governor Wolf for action
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Effective July 1st
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill, SB 758, is effective tomorrow, July 1st. Possession, carry, sale, purchase and manufacture of automatic (switchblade) knives will be legal in VA.
Louisiana Switchblade Concealed Carry Ban Repeal Signed & is Law
Knife Rights’ bill to repeal Louisiana’s ban on the concealed carry of switchblades was signed Thursday by Governor John Edwards. It will become effective on August 1st.
Alabama Constitutional Carry Bill Repealing Knife Bans Signed!
Alabama Gov. Ivey signed Knife Rights supported HB 272, Constitutional Carry bill. Restrictions on the carrying of a Bowie knife or a concealed knife in Alabama are repealed effective Jan. 1, 2023.
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill Signed!
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill,that passed with broad bipartisan support, has been signed into law by Governor Glenn Youngkin. It becomes effective on July 1st.
Knife Rights’ VA Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill Out of House Public Safety Committee
Knife Rights’ VA Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill voted out of House Public Safety Committee with bipartisan 19-1 vote.
Knife Rights ACTION ALERT: WA Spring Blade Ban Repeal Bill Moving
Knife Rights ACTION ALERT: Washington “Spring Blade” (automatic) Knife Ban Repeal Bill Moving. EMAIL your Representative TODAY!
Knife Rights Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill Introduced
Knife Rights’ Virginia Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill, SB 758, has been introduced by Senator Todd Pillion.
WA: Knife Rights’ Switchblade Ban Repeal Bill Needs Your Help ~ EMAIL TODAY
Washington residents, please email committee members to vote YES on HB 1224 to repeal WA’s civilian ban on “spring blade” knives.
Knife Rights’ PA Switchblade Ban Repeal & Knife Law Preemption Bill Introduced
Pennsylvania Senator Sharif Street has introduced SB 1013, Knife Rights’ bill to repeal the Keystone State’s ban on switchblade (automatic) knives.
Ohio House Passes Knife Rights’ Knife Law Preemption Bill
By a vote of 55 to 36 the Ohio House has passed Knife Rights’ Ohio Knife Law Preemption bill, HB 243.
Knives Live 2021 – 24hr YouTube Marathon Benefiting Knife Rights
Starting at 6:00 PM Eastern on Friday, December 3rd, a 24 hour marathon is being held on YouTube to support Knife Rights. EPIC Giveaways and multiple Grand Prizes!
Michigan Knife Rights Act Passed
With a bipartisan vote of 66 – 38, the Michigan House voted final passage of our Michigan Knife Rights Act, HB 4066, that was passed by the Senate last week. Now it heads to the Governor for action.