Laws on carrying weapons

[KikiyoMerc]

Does anyone know where i can find the laws on carrying swords in Wisconsin, or countrywide laws. If so, please reply.
Thanks,
Kikiyo

[Bleda]

for most places carrying a shinai is not a crime since it is just a stick. You would need to actively engage in a fight with a shinai for it to be considered a weapon much as a stick would be under the same restrictions. As for a sharpened weapon i can't comment on that and recommend you inquire at your local police department or courthouse through email.

[Stimpson J. Cat]

Keep in mind that what is legal is what is going to cause you problems are likely two different things. While it's probably perfectly legal to carry a sword around (or a rifle, or a pistol, or a shotgun) as long as it's not concealed, doing so on a downtown street will attract a lot of attention from cops who will run you in for disturbing the peace or being a public nuisance or anything else they can stretch in order to haul you into the station, if they can't stretch anything, they'll make something up.

[taiwnezboi]

Keep in mind that what is legal is what is going to cause you problems are likely two different things. While it's probably perfectly legal to carry a sword around (or a rifle, or a pistol, or a shotgun) as long as it's not concealed, doing so on a downtown street will attract a lot of attention from cops who will run you in for disturbing the peace or being a public nuisance or anything else they can stretch in order to haul you into the station, if they can't stretch anything, they'll make something up.

I don't think it's legal to carry a sword around.. the maximum length blade you're allowed to carry is 4 inches I believe, and fixed blades can't be carried. I think you're allowed to carry the sword in a bag, as long as you have a good reason for doing so. I did this when I brought mine to Chesapeake :silly:

[Odachi]

Many times laws apply to the circumstance. If you are a chef and carry your knives to work, ( many are more than 8" blades)....no problem. You are going to Iaido class with your iaito, uniform, gym bag....no problem (just don't pull it out on the street, even just to show your buddies). You get the idea? Transporting is not a problem, having it at the ready is a problem and will soon get you unwanted attention (maybe even shot).


Don't do anything questionable. If you are talking about just carrying a sword / knife / or any weapon on you, don't. I you feel you need to for safety....seek a safer place to be....

[Hai_hai]

Does anyone know where i can find the laws on carrying swords in Wisconsin, or countrywide laws. If so, please reply.
Thanks,
Kikiyo
Contact your local police.

[Bleda]

Or carry it highlander style in your trench coat.

[Shogun97]

Contact your local police.
year right just ask the police!

[taiwnezboi]

Or carry it highlander style in your trench coat.

exactly =P

[rainmaker]

LOL,,,, Bleda's idea is best... Highlander style.. Wouldn't recommend it in Florida though...

[litige]

year right just ask the police!

Double yea right just ask the police!

[KikiyoMerc]

I found out it is legal to carry a sword, on your hip, as long as it isnt concealed or drawn, however, like several of you have said, it can be called on as a public neuscense (sp sorry) etc.
Thanks for your help,
Kikiyo

PS. Does anyone know anything about Hwa Rang Do/Tae Soo Do. I know we learn swordfighting in both, however they are not mentioned, from what ive seen, on this forum.

Thanks again,
Kikiyo

[taiwnezboi]

I found out it is legal to carry a sword, on your hip, as long as it isnt concealed or drawn, however, like several of you have said, it can be called on as a public neuscense (sp sorry) etc.
Thanks for your help,
Kikiyo

PS. Does anyone know anything about Hwa Rang Do/Tae Soo Do. I know we learn swordfighting in both, however they are not mentioned, from what ive seen, on this forum.

Thanks again,
Kikiyo

where do you live? I think we're all just telling you laws from where we live that's why

[KikiyoMerc]

I live in Madison, WI.

[Bleda]

Hey i carry my sword in my trench coat and i live in florida! Sure you are always having heat stroke and sweat like a yak in heat, but you never know when one of those dang pesky immortals is going to try and take me out.

[Kaoru]

I live in Madison, WI.


Hi!

There is Kendo right in Madison.

MWKF
University of Wisconsin Kendo Club
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Natatorium, Gym Unit II
2000 Observatory Drive
Madison, WI
M Th 6:30pm-8pm
Contact: Mark Thomas (608)265-9150
e-mail: thomas@davros.physics.wisc.edu

Kaoru

[Old Warrior]

939.22(10)
(10) "Dangerous weapon" means any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded; any device designed as a weapon and capable of producing death or great bodily harm; any electric weapon, as defined in s. 941.295 (4); or any other device or instrumentality which, in the manner it is used or intended to be used, is calculated or likely to produce death or great bodily harm.

Now you need to peruse the criminal code and see the prohibitions for "Dangerous Weapons"; which would include swords. You can go to www.findlaw.com and then look at Wisconsin Statutes. My invoice will be in the mail.

[DanDan]

Keep in mind that what is legal is what is going to cause you problems are likely two different things. While it's probably perfectly legal to carry a sword around (or a rifle, or a pistol, or a shotgun) as long as it's not concealed, doing so on a downtown street will attract a lot of attention from cops who will run you in for disturbing the peace or being a public nuisance or anything else they can stretch in order to haul you into the station, if they can't stretch anything, they'll make something up.i believe you need a permit to even have one

[DanDan]

i meant weapons like guns and stuff...not sure bout swords...

[DanDan]

ok...scratch that u only need one for concealed weapons. I fergot about the right to bear arms.

[Zaphiel]

i meant weapons like guns and stuff...not sure bout swords...
don't think you need one.......you only have to be of a certain age.

[DanDan]

don't think you need one.......you only have to be of a certain age.lol
i kno i did some research a lil after my post...see the post aboves urs

[Zaphiel]

lol
i kno i did some research a lil after my post...see the post aboves urs
uuupppppssss.......ahhh..yes...sorry:ko:

[kanyil]

umm...interesting thread. Wisconsin have their own laws on weapon carrying so like Hai Hai said, consult the police. I am sure they deal that sort of things all the time and, if you need any permits you could probably sort that all out with the police too.

[ShinobiKenjutsu]

As for guns, I am an avid collector, and have permits up to the point that I may own automatic weapons. In all US states, it is perfectly legal for any person over 18 (21 in some) to purchase a handgun or rifle, the former requiring a permit only for concealed carry, though carrying open is generaly looked upon as strange in most populous areas, (it is still common in the central states and remote areas however) just as some strange man with a sword would be, though I beleive that too requires licencing due to the length. As has been said above, it is a dangerous weapon.

But why do you want to carry your sword with you about the town? For self defence soley, a gun is far more practical, and less legaly strenous should you need to attend some sort of inquest after a altercation.