Legality Of Blackjacks, Saps And Batons?

[X-Ringer]

I just recently acquired my "Oklahoma Concealed Weapon License."

O.K. I understand that this license allows me to carry a handgun for the purpose of defense.

Just wondering.... Can I carry a sap, blackjack or baton in case I am assaulted and need to respond in order to protect myself and my loved ones, but not to the degree that I need to put a bullet into someone's brain? In other words, if I am assaulted by some oversized, drunk, loud-mouthed bully that wants to tangle physically but has not drawn a weapon; despite his/her size advantage?

I really don't want to shoot someone if I can at all avoid it, but if I can't avoid a confrontation, despite my best efforts, I would rather like to end it as quickly as possible with a sap, blackjack or baton. I would NEVER want to shoot anyone if there are other means available to defend myself and my loved ones.

I completely understand that a sap, blackjack or baton can fracture someone's scull, but I also understand that a a bullet, once fired, will very likely do that and more.

It is a misdemeanor charge for civilians. Ok for LEO’s,

 

[caojyn]

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[X-Ringer]

Are there any law enforcement agencies that still allow their LEOs to carry blackjacks?

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Those were the days. Paired w/ a well constructed sap gloves from “Looper Leather.”

 

[MacFromOK]

FWIW, a heavy wooden cane like farmers/ranchers use can be a formidable weapon.

 

[dennishoddy]

A tire billy to "check air pressure" is perfectly legal.

 

[sanjuro893]

https://grabagun.com/desantis-m63-c...ju4VuGJgyfDHwrIBuvmVISFcZf9uV1qxoCOkgQAvD_BwE

Just ordered me one. I saw some made by some guy in CA that was charging $50-$60 for them. This is more my price range. Gracias!

 

[OldCurlyWolf]

FWIW, a heavy wooden cane like farmers/ranchers use can be a formidable weapon.

I have a "Stock" Cane, a Heartwood of Cedar 3' walking stick and a 6-1/2' Oak walking stick. All perfectly legal to carry almost everywhere. I guarantee I can hurt a rather large person with any of them.

 

[Catt57]

I make my own baseball bats canes.

1" Oak dowel with a billiard ball bolted onto the end. Perfectly legal and I have even carried it into the Oklahoma County Court House with no hassle.

 

[sanjuro893]

Looks like Senator Nathan Dahm along with OK2A has introduced legislation this year to repeal the "billy" language. SB1519. Let's hope it passes!

 

[otis147]

carry if you want. it'll be nice if the law allowed for such things, but since it doesn't, just take it to a jury if you get caught with one.