Pepper Spray Laws
Is Pepper Spray Legal In KENTUCKY?
Pepper spray in KY is Legal.
Legal No Kentucky statute specifically regulates the purchase, possession, or carry of pepper spray (OC / oleoresin capsicum spray) by civilians for self-defense. Age minimum: None specified by Kentucky statute for purchase or possession of pepper spray. Size/concentration limit: None specified by Kentucky statute. Carry restrictions: None specific to pepper spray found in the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Kentucky's deadly-weapon definition, KRS 500.080(4), lists weapons of mass destruction, firearms, knives (other than ordinary pocket/hunting knives), billy clubs, blackjacks, nunchaku, shuriken, and metal knuckles as "deadly weapons" — tear gas, pepper spray, and other OC/chemical dispensing devices are not included, and KRS Chapter 237 (deadly weapons/concealed carry licensing) likewise does not address pepper spray. See https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=55475 (KRS 500.080) and https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38384 (KRS Chapter 237). This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change. Confirm current requirements with Kentucky authorities or your own counsel before purchasing or carrying.