North Dakota knife lawsConcealed Knife Carry

North Dakota Concealed Knife Carry (2026)

Conditional: An ordinary knife under 6 inches (not a switchblade/dagger/stiletto) isn't a 'dangerous weapon' and may be carried concealed; concealing a dangerous-weapon knife needs a license (NDCC 62.1-04-02).

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026

An ordinary knife under 6 inches (not a switchblade/dagger/stiletto) isn't a 'dangerous weapon' and may be carried concealed; concealing a dangerous-weapon knife needs a license (NDCC 62.1-04-02).

Official source: ndlegis.gov

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