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Pepper spray at home in NYC?

Hi, is it legal to have a can of pepper spray at home in NYC? I won't be carrying this around outside the house, and it will be bought by my parents. I'm under 18. All I want is to keep it on my nightstand, forget about it, and hopefully it'll be of use when I need it. What do you think?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Pepper spray is legal in all states. The possession of pepper spray in NY is legal too, but you have to buy it from a licensed dealer.

    Though, I don't think you need a pepper spray at home unless you live in a dangerous neighborhood..

  • 1 decade ago

    it is legal, I have two!

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