AKTI News

This is where you’ll find the latest AKTI News and the latest news in the knife industry. AKTI News includes information about the legislation and regulations we are either proactively introducing to remove knife restrictions or clarify laws or are monitoring to watch for issues that need action. You’ll also find out about the many other educational and other efforts of our organization to promote knives as fundamental, valuable tools.

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City of Baltimore Code Regarding Switch-blade Knives

May 19, 2015

Current events have raised questions regarding the City of Baltimore, Maryland Code regarding “switch-blade” knives (automatics).

Additional 2015 Texas Knife Bill Introduced

May 16, 2015

Dagger, dirks, stilettos, bowie knives, swords, spears, knives with over 5″ blades and hand instruments designed to cut or stab another by being thrown would be removed from list of “illegal knives.”

Montana 2015 Pro-Knife Bill Vetoed by Governor

April 30, 2015

Pro-knife bill to increase critical dimension for knives considered weapons from 4″ to 6″ and the key element of unlawful intent added vetoed by Montana Governor Bullock.

2015 Idaho Pro-Knife Bill Introduced by Senate Committee

March 23, 2015

Senate committee introduced bill would enact knife preemption in Idaho and void any current local ordinances more restrictive than state law.

South Carolina 2015 Knife Preemption Bills

March 20, 2015

Thanks to Senator Bryant and Representative Pitts for re-introducing bills in South Carolina to enact knife preemption so knife owners do not have to worry about stricter city laws. Help us get it done in 2015!