§ 34-323. POSSESSION OF KNIVES AND THE LIKE BY MINORS.

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It shall be unlawful for any minor under 18 years of age to have in his possession or control, except within his own domicile, or carry or use in any manner any knife with a blade in excess of 3 inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged or pointed instrument or weapon used for inflicting injury upon another; provided, however, that such person shall not be in violation of this section if his possession of such knife with a blade in excess of 3 inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp- edged or pointed instrument is necessary for his employment, trade or occupation or if he is engaged in or is proceeding to or returning from a place of hunting, trapping or fishing and, whenever required, is also carrying a currently valid license issued to him by the State Department of Conservation or if such person is a duly enrolled member of the Boy Scouts of America or a similar organization or society and such possession is necessary to participate in the activities of such organization or society or if the knife with a blade in excess of 3 inches, dagger, dirk, razor, stiletto or any other sharp-edged pointed instrument is required under circumstances that tend to establish that its possession is for a lawful purpose.
(1993 Code, § 34-323)
Statutory reference:
Carrying firearm or dangerous weapon, see M.C.L.A. § 750.226

                    
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