Pepper Spray Laws and Restrictions
These are the Pepper Spray laws we are aware of at Worth Protection Security. However, we do not guarantee that they are up to date. Ultimately, it's your responsibility to ascertain the legality in your area but you an use this as a guide.
States Where Pepper Sprays are Restricted
In general, Pepper Sprays can be carried without permit or legal infraction. However, the following states have the following restrictions. (We cannot ship to these states. If an order is placed your order will be cancelled)
New York: New York residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state. Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears is legal to be shipped to this state.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers in that state, and must hold a valid Firearms Identification Card (FIC).
New York: New York residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state. Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears is legal to be shipped to this state.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers in that state, and must hold a valid Firearms Identification Card (FIC).
States Where Pepper Sprays Have Some Restrictions
Michigan: OC Pepper spray can be no stronger then a 2% concentrate (Different companies can sell different concentrations.) CS is the only Tear Gas accepted and can be no larger then 35 grams per can. No combination spray allowed. View Michigan approved pepper sprays. Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears is legal to be shipped to this state.Wisconsin: Tear gas is not permissible. By regulation, OC products with a maximum OC concentration of 10% and weight range of oleoresin of capsicum and inert ingredients of 15-60 grams are authorized. This is 1/2 oz. and 2 oz. spray. Further, the product cannot be camouflaged, and must have a safety feature designed to prevent accidental discharge. The units may not have an effective range of over 20 feet and must have an effective range of six feet.
In addition there are certain labeling and packaging requirements: must state cannot sell to anyone under 18 and the phone number of the manufacturer has to be on the label. The units must also be sold in sealed tamper-proof packages. Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears is legal to be shipped to this state.
(Sorry, all our normal pepper sprays contain either tear gas or UV dye. Worth Protection Security cannot ship those to Wisconsin)
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS:
Pepper Sprays cannot be shipped outside the continental US, which includes Alaska, Hawaii, US Territories, APO or FPO addresses.
Pepper Sprays cannot be shipped by any method other than UPS GROUND.
Regular Pepper Sprays can not be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, New York, Massachusetts, Wisconsin or Canada. However, Michigan, Wisconsin and New York are authorized to receive Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears. Click Here for Michigan approved pepper sprays.
Pepper Sprays cannot be shipped by any method other than UPS GROUND.
Regular Pepper Sprays can not be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, New York, Massachusetts, Wisconsin or Canada. However, Michigan, Wisconsin and New York are authorized to receive Mace Pepper Spray for Dogs and Mace Pepper Spray for Bears. Click Here for Michigan approved pepper sprays.
Rest of the States Not Listed Above
The rest of the continental US are generally authorized to purchase Pepper Spray products.
Please NOTE:
Pepper Spray is legal in all 50 states, however a number of cities and states have restrictions on sizes, strengths, etc. If you have a question, it is wise to check with your local city or state attorney's office. Defense sprays should only be purchased by those 18 years of age or older. The above list may not be totally accurate or complete and Worth Protection Security accepts no responsibility for its accuracy or completeness.
* Never use Pepper Spray unless you feel you are threatened or you need to protect someone else.
* Improper use could result in criminal action. You could be sued or in some states fined up to $1000 or imprisoned up to 3 years.
* Pepper Spray cannot be carried on a commercial airline where it is accessible. This is a federal crime with a $25,000. fine.
* Since 9/11 there may be secured locations such as federal buildings, state buildings or any place you must pass through security where you cannot have Pepper Spray.
* Keep all Pepper Spray products out of reach of children for their protection.
* Never use Pepper Spray unless you feel you are threatened or you need to protect someone else.
* Improper use could result in criminal action. You could be sued or in some states fined up to $1000 or imprisoned up to 3 years.
* Pepper Spray cannot be carried on a commercial airline where it is accessible. This is a federal crime with a $25,000. fine.
* Since 9/11 there may be secured locations such as federal buildings, state buildings or any place you must pass through security where you cannot have Pepper Spray.
* Keep all Pepper Spray products out of reach of children for their protection.
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