No, Indiana prohibits the possession, sale, or use of throwing stars (shuriken) under its 2024 weapons statute amendments, classifying them as “dangerous knives” under IC 35-47-5-2. Local ordinances in cities like Indianapolis further restrict their display in public spaces, aligning with the Indiana State Police’s 2025 enforcement directives targeting concealed blade proliferation.
Key Regulations for Throwing Stars (Shuriken) in Indiana
- Prohibited Possession: Indiana Code § 35-47-5-2 explicitly bans shuriken as “instruments of combat,” punishable as a Class A misdemeanor for first offenses (IC 35-47-2-1).
- Local Ordinance Overlaps: Municipalities such as Fort Wayne and Evansville impose additional display restrictions, requiring secure storage when transported in vehicles under local public safety codes enacted in 2025.
- Enforcement Priorities: The Indiana State Police’s 2026 compliance bulletins emphasize interdiction at gun shows and flea markets, where shuriken are frequently mislabeled as “collectibles.” Violations trigger mandatory confiscation under IC 35-47-11.5.