Knife restrictions in Bonaire?

[DeltaWardog]

Can anyone tell me if there are any restrictions on bringing/carrying knives on Bonaire? I usually bring a knife with me when travelling for the hotel room, and after reading about some hotel break-ins while people were sleeping (including the one we're staying at) I'm definitely bringing a portable motion detector and something to defend myself and my wife with.

No lectures from the left on why I should not protect myself and leave that to the police, or that I'm being too paranoid, thanks. Gonna be a miserable trip if I can't feel somewhat safe while sleeping.

 

[undercbon]

There are no knife restrictions that I know of IF it is in your checked luggage.

Without opening a can of proverbial worms do know that the laws relating to protecting/defending yourself here are not like in the States. I have not heard any news of break ins lately.

Enjoy your holiday in Bonaire.

 

[dogenia]

I just got a Spyderco Black Cara Cara and a
Caspian Salt 2 in the mail.

While I would consider having the Caspian in my dive bag in my trunk and wearing it on a dive, I know beforehand that the Cara Cara can not leave the case it is in stored away safely. For your reference using a knife on a human being inside your house/room can also potentially land you in jail.

Please bear that in mind when travelling this way.

Don

 

[PNW Dive Girl]

I take along a motion detector and if you're really worried, stay somewhere with security.

 

[DeltaWardog]

Thanks. I know it's a 1 in 100,000 chance but I don't want to be that 1. Not trying to be melodramatic, just like to know the rules before I get there. Honestly I'm not a Rambo.

 

[WallDiver77]

"For your reference using a knife on a human being inside your house/room can also potentially land you in jail."

Dogenia...... do you think he'd really be worried about that if he were in a situation that warranted the use of the knife? !!!!!!!!! It's a God given right to protect your own life and your loved ones....... screw the criminal!

DeltaWarDog..... I guess the Neth. want allow us to carry our Glocks into Bonaire??

 

[Hockeynut]

Reminds me of a talk show host asking a woman why she was illegally carrying a gun. Her reply was"It's a lot easier for my husband to bail me out of jail than a cemetary."

 

[dogenia]

The man asked about the local situation and I provided information.

Other than that personal decisions on actions taken to defend oneself and or his/her property are exactly that, personal decisions. I can merely indicate consequences of such actions.

Good luck on your travels and stay safe.

Donald

P.S. yes carrying your Glock around is illegal unless you have the proper permits issued by local authorities and even then there are rules.

 

[DeltaWardog]

"For your reference using a knife on a human being inside your house/room can also potentially land you in jail."

Dogenia...... do you think he'd really be worried about that if he were in a situation that warranted the use of the knife? !!!!!!!!! It's a God given right to protect your own life and your loved ones....... screw the criminal!

DeltaWarDog..... I guess the Neth. want allow us to carry our Glocks into Bonaire??

Well actually I carry a Sig but yeah, they don't seem to like guns on their island. 'Sokay, I'm used to not being able to take it on international trips, and I haven't read about any shootings there.

I realize that many countries have draconian laws that prevent a crime victim from defending themselves even during the crime (see: Britain). I don't know about Bonaire's laws in that respect and don't really care - if the situation comes up I won't be thinking about what laws I'm breaking.

Simply read about the home invasion of two Bonairian residents where the husband and wife were beaten to within an inch of their life and tortured with machetes and cigarette burns, plus the wife was sexually abused. All for $50 in cash. It happens everywhere, even in paradise.

I'm not living in fear but I do like to be prepared as possible while still following the rules, hence my original question of what was legal.

 

[dogenia]

When are you headed to Bonaire? I'll be in town 19 - 22 July if you need a bodyguard .

Nah, not necessary, Bonaire is one safe island. Let's dive instead.

Don