California · Penal Code

PEN §16405: As used in this part, “composite knuckles” means any device or instrument made wholly or partially of composite materials, other than a medically prescribed prosthetic, that is not metal knuckles, tha

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This statute defines 'composite knuckles' as hand-worn devices made of composite materials (excluding medical prosthetics) designed to protect the wearer or increase impact force during strikes.

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As used in this part, “composite knuckles” means any device or instrument made wholly or partially of composite materials, other than a medically prescribed prosthetic, that is not metal knuckles, that is worn for purposes of offense or defense in or on the hand, and that either protects the wearer’s hand while striking a blow or increases the force of impact from the blow or injury to the individual receiving the blow.

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