No, Oklahoma prohibits the sale, possession, or use of throwing stars (shuriken) under the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act and local municipal ordinances, classifying them as “prohibited weapons” without a valid permit.
Key Regulations for Throwing Stars (Shuriken) in Oklahoma
- Statutory Prohibition: Under 21 O.S. § 1272, shuriken are explicitly listed as prohibited weapons, carrying penalties up to 1 year imprisonment and/or $1,000 fines for possession.
- Local Ordinance Overlaps: Cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa enforce additional restrictions via municipal codes, requiring permits for “dangerous instruments” even if state law lacks explicit exemptions.
- 2026 Compliance Shift: The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) has signaled stricter enforcement of weaponized tools in public spaces, including martial arts implements, effective January 2026.
Possession of shuriken may trigger felony charges if intent to harm is inferred, per 21 O.S. § 1273. Law enforcement agencies, including the Tulsa Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit, have increased inspections of martial arts supply stores for compliance.