Understanding Wisconsin Knife Laws
Until recently, Wisconsin’s knife laws were vague and as such there was some difficulty in enforcing them. In 2018, Governor Tony Evers signed a bill that clarified the state’s knife laws. This new legislation makes it illegal to carry a concealed weapon without a permit or with the intent of harming someone else.
This legislation has been controversial among those who support stricter gun laws but it is still unclear whether or not this will help decrease crime rates in Wisconsin.
In Wisconsin, there is a 10 year statute of limitations on misdemeanor crimes.
When a crime is committed, the victim has 10 years to file criminal charges against the perpetrator. The statute of limitations begins to run when the criminal act took place and continues until the victim files charges against the perpetrator.
Bringing Knives at Workplaces
There are many different knives that are legal at work. However, the decision to allow or prohibit them should be based on written policies.
Knives that are considered to be “utility” knives don’t need a permit in Wisconsin (such as Swiss Army Knives).
Many companies allow designs such as hunting, tactical and multi-purpose blades because these can be useful during emergencies and other situations where standard pocket knives may not be allowed.
Some companies also allow a knife with a fixed blade, but only if it is carried inside of the pants/belt. This is because fixed blades have obvious disadvantages when it comes to being able to use them quickly in defense situations.
Knives are required tools in the kitchen, but many companies want them off the premises. A written policy is a great way to make sure that your company’s knife policy is adhered to.
There are different types of knives that can be considered legal for work purposes. Knives that have a blade less than four inches, for example, are not allowed on company premises. However, there are some knives which can be used at work.
Knives with blades less than two inches long and with a handle length less than four inches are also not allowed on company premises. But knives such as hunting knives or pocketknives must only be used in the office if they have blades measuring over 2″ and without any locking mechanism.
In Wisconsin, there are a number of places where knives are prohibited because they could be dangerous. While some companies have written policies that allow the use of legal knives at work, other companies may prohibit their employees from bringing any type of knife to work.
Some people argue that a knife is only dangerous when it’s in the hands of a person who intends to harm somebody else. However, it’s better for everybody if weapons aren’t brought onto company premises. This will make sure that workplace violence is not increased as well as protect company assets and property.
Wisconsin Knife Laws are placed on each state differently, so it’s important for businesses and workplaces to have written policies on where knives are allowed and where they are not allowed.
Conclusion
To understand the legal implications of carrying knives, it is important to understand the laws that are in place. In Wisconsin, knife laws vary depending on what type of knife you are carrying and why.
The most important thing to remember is that the law will always prevail over the individual, and in this case, the individual must be prepared to follow the law.