subject: Where Can Pepper Spray Be Carried? [print this page] There are a lot of people who are interested in carrying pepper spray but aren't sure about where and when it is appropriate to carry the spray for personal protection. There are a lot of people who have concerns for their personal safety, and those people can use pepper spray to regain their sense of control and their peace of mind. Here are a few places that people often bring pepper spray in order to stay safe from danger.
College students, particularly women, often carry a canister of pepper spray with them to and from campus. The dangers that exist for women on campus have made it necessary for females students to carry some form of protection, and most campuses generally do not allow firearms to be carried on or near campus. A canister of pepper spray is something that can be packed in a backpack or carried in a pocket in order to keep a student safe from any dangerous situations that could occur. Going to late-night parties and other campus events are also the perfect time to carry some pepper spray for protection. It can be carried on a keychain, which is held in hand, in order to keep it close in case there is trouble.
There are many people who carry pepper spray on their daily errands in order to keep themselves able to handle any unexpected situations that might occur at any time. Going to the grocery store, the movies or to pump gas can be made safer by carrying a canister of pepper spray just in case an assailant appears. There are many times when people encounter a dangerous person during their everyday activities. A small canister of pepper spray can be carried every day, easily and discretely to keep these unexpected situations from turning violent.
Some women choose to carry pepper spray when they go on dates or out with the girls. These situations are ones that can often lead to unwanted attention. A canister of pepper spray can give a woman some control over the situation, allowing her to get away from a situation that she doesn't want to be in. Pepper spray is also a useful tool for women who jog or walk regularly. It allows them a way to keep their distance from an assailant if one should try to take advantage of her while she is alone.
When carrying pepper spray during a trip out of town, make certain that the spray will be allowed where you are going if your travel destination is out of state. Some states have certain regulations for the size and type of pepper spray that can be carried in that state. While Washington D.C. requires anyone who wants to carry the spray to register with the police, all 50 states allow it to be carried in one form or another. Check the state regulations for the state you plan to travel to and make sure that your pepper spray meets the specifications.
