Civilian baton usage

[DawgFvr]

I do not believe carrying an asp baton is legal in the state of Washington, however, I have been running with one (kind-of-as-dog-protection). While browseing the internet, I did happen on a Bianchi ankle holster for the baton. This got me thinking...hmm, wonder if there are other concealed ways to carry a baton. I am not a knife weilding person...but looking through these threads brought to my attention that there are occassions where I might need a defensive posture wherein my pistol/revolver might not be appropriate. Feedback?

 

[JShirley]

There also is a shoulder holster for ASP.

I wouldn't carry something that's illegal where you are; I'd choose a good substitute that conformed to the law. If you want a distance weapon for dog defense, a heavy duty retracting lanyard, attached to a carabiner holding a key might be a good, legal choice, and perfectly explainable in its ordinary, non-emergency function.

 

[LHB1]

How about just running with a good stout walking cane. Don't think they are illegal and could be used to fend off unfriendly dogs.

LB

 

[mpthole]

J&L sells a horizontal belt holster for an ASP. That might work for running. Its sure not great for carrying at any other time - like when you might have to sit down!

 

[hso]

I'd advise following the advice given.

Find out what the law allows. You may find it's not illegal or you may find the law considers it a felony. Better to know.

Carry a cane if it doesn't.

 

[ChristopherG]

If a baton is discovered concealed on your person by a LEO who is in a mood to charge you, it would probably be written as a violation of 9.41.250 (2):

http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=9.41.250

Every person who:
(2) Furtively carries with intent to conceal any dagger, dirk, pistol, or other dangerous weapon;
is guilty of a gross misdemeanor punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.

That's up to a year and $5,000. No, 'other dangerous weapon' doesn't explicitly include telescopic batons--but it's purposively open. Also, if you look at the weapons included in section one of the statute, you'll see concealable impact weapons are there.

Pepper spray would be a less (potentially) troublesome dog repellent.

 

[DawgFvr]

ChristopherG...thanx on the WA law portion. Still...I have a concealed weapons permit...that particular portion of the law just does not seem to apply...at least the pistol portion definitley does not. A dirk or knife...I do not carry...but even then, isn't a three inch knife legal? Nothing said at all about canes, clubs, wrenches or batons. Hmmm, I think, with a good lawyer, I could beat that.

 

[carpettbaggerr]

The ASP's carry nicely slid in the waistband around 2 o'clock. Might not work as well jogging, though.

Hmmm, I think, with a good lawyer, I could beat that.

You have to hire a lawyer, you've already lost. I'd carry a C Maglite or a hickory cane instead. Either one much more effective, and no legal worries