Are Brass Knuckles Legal in Michigan

Brass knuckles are illegal to carry in Michigan. Under Michigan Penal Code §750.224, manufacturing, selling, or possessing metal knuckles is prohibited and classified as a misdemeanor offense.
However, Michigan allows collectors to possess replica or antique items if they are non-functional and not used for defense or combat.
Carrying brass knuckles in public or keeping them in your vehicle can still lead to arrest. For self-defense, the state recommends using non-lethal options such as pepper spray, which are legal and safer to carry.

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