Kentucky Private Investigator Practice Test

Which of the following is NOT included in the eight items classified as deadly weapons?

1. Nunchaku karate sticks

2. Ordinary hunting knife

3. Blackjack or slapjack

4. Shuriken or Death Star

The correct answer is: Ordinary hunting knife

The classification of deadly weapons typically includes items that are specifically designed or commonly used for inflicting serious bodily harm. In this context, the ordinary hunting knife is not classified as a deadly weapon per se. While it can certainly be used to cause harm, its primary design and purpose are for hunting and other practical uses rather than as a weapon. In contrast, the other items listed are generally recognized as weapons due to their specific use in combat or martial applications. For example, nunchaku are traditionally martial arts weapons, the blackjack or slapjack is specifically designed for striking, and shuriken, or throwing stars, are also intended for use in martial combat. Therefore, the ordinary hunting knife stands out because it does not primarily serve as a weapon in the same context as the others, justifying its exclusion from the list of items classified as deadly weapons.