MisdemeanorCalifornia · Penal Code § 653k
Switchblade Knife
Carrying a switchblade with a blade 2 inches or longer.
Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1You had a switchblade
- 2Blade 2+ inches
- 3You carried it in public
Possible punishment
Up to 6 months jail and/or $1,000 fine.
