Does anyone know anything about NM carry laws that are different then Arizona? I'll be traveling to NM in the next couple weeks and want to know ahead of time.. Thanks..
It looks like Arizona and New Mexico are about the same,
Except..1) NM isn't a Castle Doctrine state, (cannot protect myself if I get bike jacked) :aargh4:
2) You can only carry one weapon on your person.. Does anyone know, are they counting a knife if it is longer then a 4" blade?
People get shot in self defense in NM all the time.
"Castle doctrine" won't save you or crush you.
Do cops in "castle doctrine" states just give you a slap on the back and send you on your way when they find you with a bullet-riddled corpse at your feet? NO!
Questions will be asked! Often in a small room, with your hands and feet locked down. The "castle doctrine" will be the least of your issues.
why are you worrying about knives?
NM law has no "illegal length" for knives.
But "dangerous" knives are bad.
Clear? Of course it's not, it's not supposed to be.
If you are not a thug, a 5" knife may not be a problem.
If you look like a gangster, a cop may jack you up for a 1" utility knife.
How many times a year are you stopped, frisked and interrogated by a cop?
If you are more worried about "laws" than in protecting yourself, your priorities are scrambled.
I'm not obsessing about it,.. Just trying to make myself informed of the laws,. Better to know then not-know.. Never know when a state has a funky law that just knowing you can prevent yourself form getting in trouble,.. Sorry for asking...
Castle Doctrine can also offer CIVIL protection, stopping civil suits from either the person who was shot or his estate. CA does have Castle Doctrine insofar as being able to defend yourself in your home, but not your vehicle, nor will it protect me from civil suits if I engage in a legally-justified shooting. Frickin' lawyers' lobbyists have our legislators in their pocket!
You might check the extent of CD protection for AZ and NM.
I know CD protects ones house, car or business they are running or own,.. Stand your ground state,.. Good law for sure,.. Every state is different, so knowing can help keep ya out of deep do-do,..
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