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Alabama Local Knife-Law Preemption (2026)

Conditional: No statewide knife preemption; Ala. Code 13A-11-61.3 preempts local regulation only of firearms, ammunition and accessories, so cities/counties may still regulate knives.

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026

No statewide knife preemption; Ala. Code 13A-11-61.3 preempts local regulation only of firearms, ammunition and accessories, so cities/counties may still regulate knives.

Official source: alison.legislature.state.al.us →

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