Thanks for this article, it answers some questions. Could you clarify if you can have a collapsible baton in Michigan? There is currently no specific law in Utah that allows or prohibits the carrying or open/secret possession of batons, clubs, billies, blackjacks, and other similar weapons. Forgot to mention Hawaii? Or are batons legal here? I have been wearing one for some time and I just learned about these laws. MCL 750.224 prohibits the manufacture, sale, offer for sale or possession of blackjack, billy, metal joints, sand rackets, sandbags or clubs. It does not explicitly state that a stick is illegal. The law is rather vague. Based on our analysis, while it may be legal to have a collapsible baton (we think it is), it may be illegal to hide it, as well as use it as an assault weapon. It can only be used for self-defense or life-threatening situations. Again, this cannot be hidden. Batons and batons are generally legal to possess, except in California where they are not legal for civilians. Checking your state`s laws for using and carrying sticks is always a good idea and your main program. If you`re allowed to carry a stick or just want to keep one in your home as a less deadly self-defense alternative, here are some more important aspects to keep in mind. California is the only state where the possession and carrying of extendable batons is illegal.

In Massachusetts, New York and Washington D.C. Batons are illegal to carry, but legal for home use. There are no federal laws against the wearing of extendable batons. Again, know your laws as well as your ability to use your stick effectively and safely. Use it responsibly and wear it legally. For more information on non-lethal self-defense weapons, check out my articles on pepper spray tips, stun gun tips, or how to choose a self-defense flashlight. Good luck and stay safe! No matter what type of stick or night stick you use, from extendable to Billy Club, you should definitely keep an eye on the binding. Use your free hand to move people away from the handle.

As soon as you feel an opponent grabbing the other end of your stick, use a defensive escape maneuver, such as fast, hard, and small circles, to break the hold. Place both hands on the gun and create a quick and hard whirlwind with the baton, then retreat to your guard position once it is free. This rapid circular motion should be enough to break a hard grip. Regardless of the condition a user is in, even if it is legal, it is important to note that a baton can only be used for defense and generally cannot be used in a way that would result in death. It is essential to avoid areas of the neck, head and intimate areas. To swing the stick, you want to take a step forward with your left foot. At the same time, you need to extend your arm and swing the stick to the front of your body. Be sure to hold your arm close to your body and put your thumb inside. You should also hold your hand in a fist.

Kevin Valencia dodges a baton blow from Staff Sergeant Brooke Parras during civilian riot training on July 16 at Camp San Luis Obispo, California. The soldiers are members of the 40th Military Police Company, the 185th Military Police Battalion, the 49th Military Police Brigade and the California Army National Guard. The 185th sponsored the training. (Photo by Eddie Siguenza of the U.S. Army/SPC) Some restrictions: WY, UT, AZ, NM, OK, LA, WI, TN, GA, SC City or county restrictions: Phoenix, AZ; Washington, D.C.; Columbus, Georgia; Tifton, Georgia; New Orleans, Louisiana; Alamagordo, New Mexico; Eunice, New Mexico; Lawton, OK; Muskogee, OK; Knoxville, Tennessee; Charleston, South Carolina; West Milwaukee, WI; Cheyenne, WY Illegal for extendable batons: WA, NV, CA, KS, CO, CT, IL, MI, PA, NY, NJ, TX, RI, MA, Washington DC In such cases, we would hit the head hard and quickly: aim at the temple, nose, eye or back of the head, where the spine meets the base of the skull. These areas are most likely to generate braking force, regardless of what happens to the attacker. But remember, if you use the baton or any other weapon in a potentially lethal way, you`d better have a good reason – you`d better be able to articulate clearly and justify that you perceived a threat to life and had no other reasonable way to stop the attack. NOTE: This information does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a lawyer and seek legal advice.

For those of you who are not familiar with an extendable stick, it is also known as a telescopic stick. It is a wand capable of folding in on itself and is usually 16 inches long. It is designed to be safely hidden, and also for defense against short-range attackers. The baton relies on blunt force to inflict damage on an attacker`s limbs. The foldable rod, pushed down by its user at an angle of 45 degrees, extends completely. It can be restored to its original shape by tapping the end of the foldable wand against a hard surface. Are extendable batons legal in the United States? Then. Gone are the days when the baton carrying copper walking down the street beat by spinning its wooden night stick. Nevertheless, the stick is still widely used by police, army and security personnel. And why not? A stick of any kind, especially a quick metal stick, is the easiest for anyone, even without any training, to swing and swing for various purposes. Due to the vagueness of state laws regarding extendable batons, it is highly recommended to speak to your local police department or an attorney to see if these less lethal tools are legal in your state, county, or city.

In many regions, expandable sticks fall under terms such as « SAP » or « blackjack ». There is no federal law prohibiting the wearing of an extendable baton. The only state laws prohibiting the use of extendable batons are California, Massachusetts, New York, and Washington D.C. Unlike these states, extendable batons are legal. Overall, to answer the question, are extendable batons legal? The answer is yes. As long as you`re not in California, Massachusetts, New York, and Washington D.C. Now that you know how to hold the stick, let`s learn how to swing it. When you swing the wand, you want to make sure you keep your arm close to your body. You should also hold your hand in a fist and put your thumb in it.

This will help you control the stick and make it easier to swing. Currently, there is no law under Hawaii`s revised laws that states that the public cannot carry a foldable baton. Yes, you can legally carry foldable batons in most states. California is the only state where the possession and carrying of extendable batons is illegal. In Massachusetts, New York and Washington D.C., batons are legal at home, but it is illegal to carry them outdoors, overtly or hiddenly. If you want to know if it`s legal in Utah to carry or possess a foldable or stretchy baton — whether overt or hidden — it`s best to contact your attorney and/or local law enforcement agencies about it. In military police or riot police, we practice using police batons to control crowds.