For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
KNIFE.
(1) A cutting or stabbing instrument, including a dagger, sword, pocket knife, hunting knife, filet knife, or other instrument apparently capable of producing bodily harm by means of cutting or stabbing, exceeding in length two inches, which may constitute a threat to the safety of other persons.
(2) Except a
KNIFE shall not include those items typically used as kitchen utensils such as but not limited to shears, utility knife, paring knife, or steak knife.
(Prior Code, § 130.01) (Ord. 1101A, passed 4-14-1992)