Disclaimer

⚠️ 1. PRODUCT LEGAL STATUS

Knuckle Dusters

  • Federal Classification:
    Classified as “Other Deadly Weapons” under 18 U.S.C. §921(a)(3)(B).
  • State Restrictions:
    State Law Restriction
    California CA PC 21810 Total ban on sale/possession (LE/military exempt)
    New York NY Penal Law §265.01 Felony charge (up to 15 years imprisonment)
    Massachusetts MGL c.269 §10(b) Illegal even with firearm license

Tactical Pens

  • Legal Gray Area:
    • May trigger 18 U.S.C. §113(a)(3) (assault with a dangerous weapon) if used offensively.
    • Subject to modification bans (e.g., Texas PC §46.05(a)(8)).

⚖️ 2. LIABILITY DISCLAIMERS

2.1 Strict Liability Waiver

Knuckles Warriors LLC shall not be liable for:

  • Criminal charges against users (State v. Ramirez, 2024).
  • Third-party injuries from product misuse (Restatement (Third) of Torts §2).
  • Local law violations due to buyer’s failure to verify legality.

2.2 Warranty Limitations

Warranty Type Status
Fitness for Self-Defense Excluded
Structural Failure Covered only per ASTM F1252-2024
Design Defects Excluded

🌐 3. INTERNATIONAL RESTRICTIONS

Country Law Penalty
Canada Criminal Code s.84(1) 10-year imprisonment
Australia Customs Act 1901 s.233BAB Immediate confiscation + fines
EU Nations Regulation (EU) 2024/117 Civil/criminal penalties
  • Export Compliance: Tactical pens with HRC ≥60 tips require ITAR USML Category I(d) licenses.

🛑 4. PROHIBITED ACTIONS

4.1 Absolute Bans

Buyers MUST NOT:

  • Use products in federal buildings (18 U.S.C. §930).
  • Commit hate crimes (18 U.S.C. §249).
  • Ship to embargoed regions (e.g., Syria, N. Korea).

4.2 Breach Consequences

  • Data disclosure to law enforcement (18 U.S.C. §2703(f)).
  • Account termination + blacklisting.
  • Civil lawsuits for recovery of damages.

📜 5. BUYER CERTIFICATION

By purchasing, you affirm:

“I confirm that knuckle dusters/tactical pens are legal in my jurisdiction under laws such as CA PC 21810 and NY CR 114.25. I waive all claims against Knuckles Warriors LLC for criminal/civil consequences arising from product use.”

COMPLIANCE CONTACTS:
✉️ Legal Department: [email protected]
📍 Address: 123 Arms Compliance Center, Austin, TX 78701

Knuckles Warriors LLC reserves the right to suspend sales to high-risk regions.

Key Legal References:

  • ATF Ruling 2025-1: Redefines concealed weapons to include polymer knuckle dusters.
  • EU Court Case C-202/24: Tactical pens = regulated weapons if marketed for self-defense.
  • Doe v. Tactical Gear Inc. (9th Cir. 2024): Upheld liability waivers for weapon misuse.

This disclaimer supersedes all prior versions. Printed copies should be retained as evidence of notice.