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Michigan Concealed Knife Carry (2026)

Conditional: MCL 750.227 bars carrying concealed a dagger, dirk, stiletto or double-edged nonfolding stabbing instrument; a common folding pocketknife is generally lawful to carry concealed.

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026
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MCL 750.227 bars carrying concealed a dagger, dirk, stiletto or double-edged nonfolding stabbing instrument; a common folding pocketknife is generally lawful to carry concealed.

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