1886 Md. Laws 602
Abstract
Ch. 375: Prohibited carrying, concealed or openly with intent or purpose of injuring another, any pistol, dirk-knife, Bowie-knife, slung-shot, Billy, sandclub, metal knuckles, razor, or any other dangerous or deadly weapon whatsoever.
Summary
This provision makes it a crime for non-law-enforcement individuals to carry concealed weapons such as pistols, knives, slung-shots, clubs, or metal knuckles, as well as openly carrying such weapons with intent to harm another person. Violations are punishable by a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to six months.
Law Text
SEC.—. Every person not being a conservator of the peace entitled or required to carry such weapon as a part of his official equipment, who shall wear or carry any pistol, dirk-knife, bowie-knife, slung-shot, billy club, metal knuckles, razor or any other dangerous or deadly weapon of any kind whatsoever, (penknives excepted) concealed upon or about his person, and every person who shall carry or wear any such weapon openly with the intent or purpose of injuring any person, shall, upon conviction thereof, be fined not more than five hundred dollars or be imprisoned not more than six months in jail or the House of Correction.
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Categories
CARRY - INTENT TO COMMIT CRIME, CARRY::CARRY - CONCEALED