Dirtymoney

Bumped because I added/eddited-in pics I actually took myself and one that shows where your hand goes to reach the spot.

Also... yes... I was referring to actual lockpicks. Not the electrical device people put in their jeeps to unlock or control certain stereo functions.

You have NO idea how annoyed I get when doing a search for lockpicks on the web and running into that device!

kmrtnsn

Just so everyone is clear, in most jurisdictions when these are hidden they become "burglary tools". When you lock yourself out of your house you use a hidden key. When you want to gain access past a lock using these, you are committing a felony.

RoysRig

What's a "VHS Tape"

munir

I'd keep the lockpicks out in the open as a msg to the thieves "Don't rob me bro, I'm one of you"

Dirtymoney

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Dirtymoney

Most places they are only considered a burglary tool if used as such. Simply hiding them in your vehicle is not enough to justify a "burglary tools" charge. IF you were in a black clothes, skimask and skulking around a business or house (on someone else's property without permission) then yes... they would then be considered burglary tools.


The Open Organisation Of Lockpickers :: State Laws

A crowbar can be considered a burglary tool as well. Having a crowbar hidden in your vehicle is not intent to commit a burglary. Ditto with lockpicks. There needs to be more evidence of intent.

In most jurisdictions lockpicks are legal to own and use.

Granted, cops can arrest people on all kinds of misapplied charges, but once fought in court (or scrutinized by the DA)... they wont stick. If a cop charged me with possession of burglary tools while going about my regular business and no other suspicious activities... it would not hold up to any scrutiny.



Lockpicking is a recognized hobby now. Not just for licensed locksmiths. In fact... in my state you dont even need a locksmith license to practice as one.

geno2w1

Thieves using lock picks is Hollywood bullshit. I can pick a lock but an airbag and long reach tool are far superior tools.

pokey162

I know who to call now when I lock myself out of the house or whatever....

Baddkarmaracing

I agree. Use them on a daily basis at work,

jksteve2013

a brick and a dent puller make a better tool to steal a car than a lock pick set LOL. EVERY COP KNOWS THIS!