Turns out that non-firearms weapon law is actually quite liberal in South Korea

[Focke-Wolf]

After finding out pepper sprays are somewhat shady legal matter in Canada and in some states of GErmany etc. I have come to say non-firearms law in South Korea are actually quite liberal.

(Firearms law is brutally strong, has to be kept in police station when not using, but at least olympic shooters don't have to train in another country unlike England (Nothing against British people by the way!))



CS is illegal (but who uses CS nowadays?) for civies.

OC is legal under very simple license, though it's bit of a hassle.

Baton type weapon can be carried legally without any paperwork, hence,
telescopic baton is a very popular self-defence weapon.

 

[Drgong]

Baton type weapon can be carried legally without any paperwork, hence,
telescopic baton is a very popular self-defence weapon.

And properly trained I would hate to see what they could do with a telescopic baton...

 

[Focke-Wolf]

Unfortunately there is a tendency to go for light batons, like Duratec of ASP.


I train everyday, but leaning towards blackjack, less chance of being grabbed on, I carry both blackjack and baton sometimes.


OC stays with me 24/7.


Most prefer to use OC unless faced with a knife since there's less legal hassle after using it.

 

[ltetmhs]

Interesting. Not exactly what I'd call liberal though. How does a S. Korean
go about getting a gun and what types can they have?

Its a damn shame that In many parts of the world its against the law to carry pressurized Tabasco. The fact that a persons right to carry a baton (which is just a fancy stick) is even called into question is frightening.

Just when I thought I couldn't be any more grateful to be an American.

 

[Drgong]

Carrying a Baton concealed in NC without a permit is a big no-no...

I am not joking

 

[ltetmhs]

Oh My Goodness. Its a stick. I know there are people who can really tear you up with one of those, but come on.

 

[Drgong]

Yep, sad but true.

it is unlawful for any person in North Carolina, except when on his own premises, to willfully and intentionally carry concealed either on or about his person any "Bowie knife, dirk, dagger, slingshot, loaded cane, metallic knuckles, razor, shurikin, stungun, or other deadly weapon of like kind." Specifically exempted from the requirements of this law are ordinary pocket knives carried in a closed position. An ordinary pocket knife is defined as being "a small knife, that is designed to be carried in a pocket or purse, which has its cutting edge and point entirely enclosed by its handle. The knife must not be capable of being opened by a throwing, explosive, or spring action."

Batons fall under the cane thing...

 

[ltetmhs]

NC is an open carry state, correct?
(ncrpa.org)

So to get this straight you can have a pistol on your belt, but not a stick in your pants?

Edit to add: I didn't see your post yet. sorry.

 

[Drgong]

Yep, if you want to have a telescopic baton for SD, you need to put it on your belt where it can be seen, unless you have a permit.

OC of guns is legal, but very uncommon. Though it would get less notice in rural areas then say, Charlotte. (of course, due to my dressing habits, most would assume I was a detective if I Open Carried a gun)

 

[Bulletsponge]

Spent a year and a half in S. Korea with the US Army (2000-2001). The police there are a bunch of young kids with these 4' long butt whoopin sticks. Watched a buddy of mine catch the wrong end of those after a "discussion" with an old drunk Korean guy. I'll just take one of those if I ever go back. =)