Pepper Spray Laws in North Dakota
The rules on pepper spray in North Dakota: who may own and carry them, where they are banned, and the penalties, from the state code.
Short answer: Pepper spray and similar self-defense sprays are not treated as dangerous weapons in North Dakota. The weapons title's definition of "dangerous weapon" expressly excludes a spray or aerosol containing CS, CN, or other irritating agent intended for use in the defense of an individual, so… N.D.C.C. § 62.1-01-01(1)
| Pepper spray | Pepper spray and similar self-defense sprays are not treated as dangerous weapons in North Dakota. The weapons title's definition of "dangerous weapon" expressly excludes a spray or aerosol containing CS, CN, or other irritating agent intended for use in the defense of an individual, so the concealed-carry license and the dangerous-weapon bans in the weapons title do not apply to it. The statute sets no size, strength, or age limit for these sprays. Source: N.D.C.C. § 62.1-01-01(1) |
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FAQ
Is pepper spray legal in North Dakota?
Pepper spray and similar self-defense sprays are not treated as dangerous weapons in North Dakota. The weapons title's definition of "dangerous weapon" expressly excludes a spray or aerosol containing CS, CN, or other irritating agent intended for use in the defense of an individual, so the concealed-carry license and the dangerous-weapon bans in the weapons title do not apply to it. The statute sets no size, strength, or age limit for these sprays.
Last verified against official sources: October 27, 2026.
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