No. Brass knuckles are classified as “prohibited weapons” under New Hampshire RSA 159:17, making their manufacture, sale, or possession a Class B felony. Local law enforcement agencies, including the NH State Police Firearms Unit, actively enforce these restrictions, with recent 2026 compliance audits targeting online sales platforms.
Key Regulations for Brass Knuckles in New Hampshire
- Felony Prohibition: RSA 159:17 explicitly bans brass knuckles as “dangerous knives,” punishable by up to 7 years imprisonment.
- Possession Exceptions: Lawful possession requires a valid firearms license under RSA 159:6, which does not extend to brass knuckles.
- Local Enforcement: Municipal police departments, coordinated by the NH Attorney General’s Office, conduct periodic inspections of pawn shops and online marketplaces for compliance.
Violations trigger mandatory reporting to the NH Department of Safety, which maintains a statewide prohibited weapons registry. Out-of-state residents transporting brass knuckles through NH must declare them to customs officials, as failure to do so constitutes a misdemeanor under RSA 159:26.