State v. Moore

Bukaty, J.:

David C. Moore was convicted of an aggravated weapons violation under K.S.A. 21-4202 and K.S.A. 2006 Supp. 21-4201(a)(2) for carrying a “dangerous knife” concealed on his person. In this direct appeal, he raises three alternative issues. He first argues the knife in question was a “pocket knife” under the statute and not a prohibited item. He next urges that the term “dangerous knife” is unconstitutionally vague. Finally, he contends the district court erred in determining the knife was dangerous. We find against Moore on all issues and affirm.

Wichita police stopped Moore for a…