South Carolina maintains some of the most permissive knife laws in the U.S., allowing broad ownership and carry rights for most blades without strict blade length limits or bans on common types.
Key statutes like Section 16-23-460 exempt ordinary knives from concealed weapon prohibitions, emphasizing lawful use over restriction. Residents benefit from these freedoms for everyday tasks, self-defense, and recreation, though local rules and restricted areas demand awareness.
Statewide Ownership Rules
South Carolina imposes no restrictions on owning folding knives, fixed blades, dirks, daggers, or pocket knives of any size for adults. Automatic knives like switchblades face no explicit state ban, aligning with the state’s hands-off approach…..