John wrote:I believe I recall that it is illegal to carry a knife on your person in San Antonio. Am i remembering correct?flintknapper wrote:San Antonio has just gone "crazy", have they not?
I thought AUSTIN was supposed to be the liberal bastion of the state.
A "locking" folding knife IIRC, but I don't remember the particulars.
This may be it:
Code 1959:
Sec. 21-17. Certain knives prohibited generally; exceptions; penalty for violation.
a. It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5 1/2) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.
b. The above prohibition set forth in subsection (a) shall not be applicable to a person carrying such a knife:
1. In the actual discharge of his duties as a peace officer, a member of the armed forces or national guard, or a guard employed by a penal institution;
2. On his own premises or premises under his control;
3. Traveling;
4. Engaged in lawful hunting, fishing or other lawful sporting activity; or
5. Using such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.
Ridiculous!
