Pepper Spray Laws
Below are pepper spray laws and restrictions that we are aware of. You should check locally if you believe pepper sprays may be restricted in your area. 2 ounce pepper sprays, 4 ounce pepper sprays, Pepper Pens, Pepper Pager, Tri-Pack State Laws and Restrictions: States Where Pepper Sprays are Restricted: New York: New York residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state. Massachusetts: Massachusetts residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers in that state. 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. Sorry,no other pepper sprays will be shipped to Michigan then stated above. We do carry Michigan approved pepper Spray. Wisconsin: Tear gas is not permissible. By regulation, OC products with a maximum OC concentration of 10% and weight range of oleo resin 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. 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 you local city or state attorneys 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 Safety Technology accepts no responsibility for its accuracy or completeness. AS more Pepper Spray Laws become known, we will post them on this page.
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