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Is it legal to carry a machete in my car?

Asked on May 30th, 2014 on Criminal Law - Tennessee
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Its intended use is for camping and is kept in a kit in my trunk used for camping and roadside emergencies.
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Michael A. Colavecchio
Normally, in Tennessee, it is unlawful to possess a knife (a machete is considered a knife, loosely) with a blade longer than four inches. However, there is an exception for sporting knives used for hunting/fishing/camping.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2014 at 7:55 AM

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